Treatment of gout
The aim of the treatment for gout is to reduce the severity of the symptoms during the acute attacks and prevent the progression into chronic states.
The pain and swelling may be reduced with the use of nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as indomethacin (indocin).
Other prescription drugs that may be advised include colchicine and steroid injections to the affected joints.
The increased concentration of uric acid is countered by the administration of specific drugs that belong to the group of uricosuric drugs and allopurinol.
The duration, dosage and the type of drug to be used is decided by the doctor based on the severity and stage of gout.1, 2, 3
Written by: Healthplus24 team
Date last Updated: April 11, 2012