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If i'm allergic to nsaids what can i use to control pain for my gout flare up?

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Dr. Michael Rupp answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Several Things: You can take Tylenol, (acetaminophen) get your doctor to prescribe Tramadol or a narcotic for a few days, or use a steroid like prednisone to reduce the inflammation. Ice may also help.

Answered 8/8/2014

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See below.: Colchicine and corticosteroids can be used instead of Nsaids for pain control in acute gout flare.

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