Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): To relieve pain and swelling associated with the gout

Ibuprofen . Indomethacin . Celecoxib

Corticosteroid: Controls the gout inflammation and pain

Prednisone

Anti-gout agents: Reduces the pain associated with gout

Colchicine

Xanthine Oxidase inhibitors: Lower uric acid production

Allopurinol . Febuxostat . Probenecid . Lesinurad . Pegloticase

Always talk to your provider before starting anything.

• Apply ice packs
• Keep the legs in an elevated position

The foods which are known to reduce uric acid levels, consuming these will help reduce gout attacks inlcude:

• Skim milk and other low fat dairy products
• Whole grain foods
• Plant oils (olive, canola, sunflower)
• All vegetables
• Some fruits (that are less sweet)
• Vitamin C supplements
• Coffee

Avoid foods containing high amount of purines, which include:

• Red meat and organ meat (liver, tongue and sweetbreads)
• Shellfish such as shrimp and lobster
• Sugary beverages
• Excessive alcohol

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