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What is the effect of taking anti-gout drugs?
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See below: They decrease the production of uric acid and decrease inflamation in the joints.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Two types: There are 2 types of treatment for gout: 1. Drugs that treat inflammation during a flare to reduce inflammation and pain. These include steroids, nsaids and Colchicine (colcrys) and 2. Drugs that reduce the uric acid level for long-term control like allopurinol, uloric and pegloticase.
Answered 11/7/2014
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