Gout Community

Med as needed or ongoing?

Post a Question

« Back to Community

About This Community:

Gout is a common and painful form of arthritis that causes swollen, red, hot and stiff joints when uric acid builds up in the blood. Discuss topics including symptoms and medical or alternative treatments for gout.

View community archives

Font Size:

Background:

Search this Community:

By captainJoe | Jan 12, 2012

1 Comment

Med as needed or ongoing?

I have been taking allopurinol at the onset of symptoms, continuing for about a week, the dicontinue till the next occurance. It is usually 6 to 8 weeks apart. Should I be daily?

Tags: meds

Watch this discussion

1 Comment Post a Comment

S. Kaul, MD

Jan 18, 2012

To: captainJoe

Hi there!

Allopurinol is not a symptomatic relief medication like NSAIDS and works by keeping the uric acid levels low, thus preventing episodes. It is usually taken regularly in doses as prescribed by your treating doctor.
Hope this is helpful.

Take care!

« Previous Next »

< Back to Community

Most Viewed Health Pages

There are Over 100 types of Arthtitis

Medications Used to Treat Arthritis

Page 2 of There is Over 100 types of Arthritis

Managing Chores with Arthritis/Chronic Pain

Tips for Gout

See all Health Pages

Explore Our Android Apps: My Cycles | I'm Expecting | My Diet Diary | View All Mobile Apps

The Content on this Site is presented in a summary fashion, and is intended to be used for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to be and should not be interpreted as medical advice or a diagnosis of any health or fitness problem, condition or disease; or a recommendation for a specific test, doctor, care provider, procedure, treatment plan, product, or course of action. Med Help International, Inc. is not a medical or healthcare provider and your use of this Site does not create a doctor / patient relationship. We disclaim all responsibility for the professional qualifications and licensing of, and services provided by, any physician or other health providers posting on or otherwise referred to on this Site and/or any Third Party Site. Never disregard the medical advice of your physician or health professional, or delay in seeking such advice, because of something you read on this Site. We offer this Site AS IS and without any warranties. By using this Site you agree to the following Terms and Conditions. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your physician or 911 immediately.

This site complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information: verify here.