Considering taking medication to treat Gout?
Drugs used to treat acute attacks and prevent future attacks include:
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): A higher dose can stop an acute attack, followed by a lower daily dose to prevent future attacks.
Side effects: stomach pain, bleeding and ulcers.
- Colchicine: a type of pain reliever that effectively reduces gout pain.
Side effects: nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, especially when taken in large doses.
- Corticosteroids: may control gout inflammation and pain, in pill form or be injected into your joint. People with gout who can't take either NSAIDs or colchicine may try it.
Side effects: mood changes, increased blood sugar levels and elevated blood pressure.
As to which one you should choose and how to take, please ask your doctor for treatment and prescriptions.
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