Allopurinol for gout
allopurinolZyloprimAllopurinol is taken in tablet form (oral). It is taken in low dosages at first. The dosage is gradually increased to control uric acid levels.Allopurinol prevents the release of a substance called xanthine oxidase,...

Colchicine for gout
colchicineColchicine is taken in tablet form (oral).Colchicine blocks the inflammation caused by uric acid crystals.Colchicine has long been used to relieve acute gout attacks. It does not lower the level of uric acid. But...

Gout
What is gout?Gout is a kind of arthritis. It can cause an attack of sudden burning pain, stiffness, and swelling in a joint, usually a big toe. These attacks can happen over and over unless gout is treated. Over time, they can harm...

Gout: Changing your diet
Gout is a form of arthritis marked by sudden attacks of painful, inflamed joints. If it is not controlled, gout can cause severe damage to joints, tendons, and other tissues.Gout is caused by too much uric acid in the blood. This used...

Uricosuric agents for gout
benzbromarone (used in Europe)probenecidProbalansulfinpyrazoneAnturaneUricosuric agents lower uric acid levels in the body by increasing the elimination of uric acid by the kidneys.Uricosuric agents are used to lower the uric acid...

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Gout
Gout is a common, painful form of arthritis. It causes swollen, red, hot and stiff joints. Gout occurs when uric acid builds up in your blood. This happens if your body produces extra acid or does not eliminate enough, or if you eat too many foods...