what are the medications for gout
All of the aforementioned drugs can be used in combination, to control symptoms, prevent future attacks, and maintain healthy uric acid levels. Krystexxa (pegloticase) is a biologic drug. It works by breaking down uric acid. It is used in gout patients who either failed or cannot tolerate conventional gout medications.
COLCRYS reduces gout attack pain. 1  Gout pain strikes hard, fast, and at any time, especially at night. 2  In a clinical study, COLCRYS reduced the pain of gout attacks by at least half. 3  COLCRYS is used for the treatment of gout flares. It is not a general pain medication, and it shouldn't be taken to relieve pain from other conditions.
ULORIC (febuxostat) is a prescription medicine used to lower blood uric acid levels in adults with gout. ULORIC is not for the treatment of high uric acid without a history of gout. Individual results may vary. Please see the complete Prescribing Information and talk to your healthcare professional.
What is allopurinol? Allopurinol reduces the production of uric acid in your body. Uric acid buildup can lead to gout or kidney stones. Allopurinol is used to treat gout or kidney stones, and to decrease levels of uric acid in people who are receiving cancer treatment. Allopurinol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.