Gout recovery period can be prescribed by the use of drugs to inhibit uric acid production (such as allopurinol), as well as promote uric acid excretion of drugs (such as benzbromarone, etc.) treatment.
1. Inhibit uric acid production drugs: such as allopurinol, can inhibit purine metabolism in xanthine oxidase to play a role in lowering uric acid. It should be gradually increased from a small dose to find a suitable maintenance dose. The drug can produce adverse reactions such as rash and abnormal liver function. It is contraindicated in patients with allergy, severe hepatic and renal insufficiency and markedly low blood counts.
2. Drugs promoting uric acid excretion: such as benzbromarone, inhibit the reabsorption of uric acid in renal tubules, promote uric acid excretion play a role. It should be started in small doses, and urine pH should be monitored during the course of administration. Adverse reactions include allergic dermatitis, mild gastrointestinal discomfort, hepatic impairment, etc.; this product is contraindicated in patients who are allergic to this product, pregnant and lactating women, and those with moderate to severe renal impairment.
Patients recovering from gout still need to eat a low purine diet, limit alcohol and avoid strenuous exercise. If the patient’s symptoms worsen or are accompanied by other symptoms, he/she should go to the hospital in time for treatment. The above drugs should be used under the guidance of a doctor, avoid self-medication.