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What is the effect of taking anti-gout drug?

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It depends: This is an impossiblr question to answer. There are many drugs used in the treatment of gout. Some to stop or treat inflammation, others to lower uric acid levels. They are all unique drugs and have different effects, both positive and negative.

Answered 9/28/2016

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