Dexamethasone for gout does not work can be replaced with other medications such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, colchicine and other medications.
After glucocorticosteroids are ineffective in a gouty attack, NSAIDs such as ibuprofen can be replaced. NSAIDs have good pain relief and anti-inflammatory effects, but they can cause gastrointestinal discomfort and other adverse reactions, and should be used with caution in patients with gastritis.
In addition, you can also replace colchicine for treatment, which has a certain effect on the treatment of uric acid. But the toxic side effects are relatively large. During the use of drugs need to closely monitor the patient’s liver and kidney function, pay attention to whether the patient has gastrointestinal symptoms.
Patients who have no effect on dexamethasone for gout are advised to go to the rheumatology and immunology departments of regular hospitals and follow the doctor’s instructions for diagnosis and treatment. The drug should be used under the guidance of a doctor, do not self-medication.