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I started allopurinol 2 weeks ago and now have a gout attack should i stop and take colchicine or take both together?
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You can: try both together but if not helping in 24-48 hours stop Allopurinol ..take Colchicine alone for 5-7 days then restart Allopurinol ......hope this is helpful! Dr Z
Answered 12/13/2020
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