Lower doses over a longer period are sometimes prescribed. Corticosteroids , usually injected directly into the inflamed joint, are sometimes used and can control an acute episode. Each attack should be treated promptly to achieve best results. The drug called allopurinol decreases the body s production of uric acid which, in turn, decreases its build-up in the body. It also allows uric acid already accumulated to pass through the kidneys.
Uricosuric drugs increase the amount of uric acid passed in the urine.
This lowers the uric acid level in the blood and allows it to be dissolved in the tissues. It is important to drink sufficient fluids to prevent kidney stone formation, but fluids are not used to treat an attack. Control of weight is important. Being overweight interferes with the body s ability to get rid of uric acid levels. These include liver, brains, kidney, sweetbreads, anchovies, leguminous vegetables, roe, yeast, broths, gravies and sardines.