Overview Of Common Gout Medications

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs treat and prevent gout attacks! Patients start with over-the-counter medicines, including ibuprofen and naproxen sodium. Of course, prescription anti-inflammatory medication is also available! One example that is often used for gout is celecoxib. Higher doses of these medications manage symptoms while an attack is happening. A lower dose taken every day prevents future gout attacks! Patients often have to try several anti-inflammatories before they find what works best for them.

This type of medication causes several side effects. Examples are fluid retention, pain in the abdomen, higher blood pressure, and stomach ulcers. Thus, doctors must monitor patients on these medications! Dizziness and concentration problems are also side effects of this type of medication. Patients need to inform their doctor immediately of certain effects as well. Such effects include fatigue, difficulties urinating, and pain in the middle of their back. Two others are blurry vision and increased sensitivity to light! Patients typically need to adjust their dose or switch to another medication to manage these side effects. Gout patients with kidney problems cannot take this type of medication in most cases!

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