5 Questions
Which drug is the drug of choice for prevention of gout?
Allopurinol
Which drug can be used for prophylactic treatment of gout during an acute attack?
Sulfinpyrazone
Which drug is normally used to treat acute gout?
Indomethacin
Which drug should not be used to treat acute gout?
Colchicine
Which plant is colchicine extracted from?
Autumn crocus
Study Notes
Gout Management
- Allopurinol is the drug of choice for prevention of gout.
- Allopurinol can be used for prophylactic treatment of gout during an acute attack.
- NSAIDs or corticosteroids are normally used to treat acute gout.
- Aspirin should not be used to treat acute gout.
Colchicine
- Colchicine is extracted from the Colchicum autumnale plant.
Test your knowledge on drugs used in the treatment of gout with this quiz. Learn about the medications used to alleviate the painful symptoms of this inflammatory joint condition caused by high levels of uric acid.
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