Gout: medical treatment

Gout - joint damage caused by the accumulation of uric acid salts in them. This is due to metabolic disorders in the body. It is accompanied by strong painful sensations, therefore for many the question of disposal of the given disease is actual. The most effective fight against gout is medication.

• Principles of treatment of gout with medicines
• Drug treatment of gout during an exacerbation
• Treatment of gout with medicines
• Modern treatment of gout
• Diet in the treatment of gout
• Prophylaxis of gout

Principles of treatment of gout with medicines

The main reason for the appearance of the disease is a congestion of uric acid, which activates the inflammatory processes. After a long period these clusters are transformed into hard subcutaneous nodules. The neglected form of gout is fraught with the development of chronic renal failure. Therefore, the treatment of gout with medicines is aimed at eliminating such problems:

1. Normalization of the output of uric acid from the body. The termination of the intake of the substances forming this acid is achieved by observing a special balanced diet. And also such drugs are used to excrete uric acid: Purinol, Allomaron, Tiporinol, and also agents with a similar effect.
2. Bringing the joints back to normal. At this stage, the treatment is aimed at eliminating the symptoms of the disease. Gout is usually accompanied by swelling and strong pain. For this, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are used. These can be: Diclofenac, Ibuprofen, Indomethacin.
3. Treatment of subcutaneous nodes. Such nodes are formed after a couple of years after exacerbation of gout. It is dangerous to influence them independently (piercing, incising). To get rid of subcutaneous nodes, various ointments containing antibiotics are used.
4. Prevention of diseases of the renal system. Chronic renal failure is a common complication of gout. To prevent its appearance, it is required to periodically place droppers for the exit of salts of uric acid from the kidneys.

In this regard, drugs of different groups are used: tablets, injection, ointments for external use.

It is important to know!Aspirin and other analgesics are forbidden to take when fighting gout! It prevents the removal of salts of uric acid from the body.

Drug treatment of gout during an exacerbation

Since the main sign of gout is gouty arthritis of the legs, which is accompanied by unbearable pain, the question arises: how to treat gout on the legs medically? For this, the drug Colchicine and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs is used.

Colchicine is a plant-based substance that prevents cell division. He copes well with pain during the period of exacerbation of the disease. But in the period of taking this drug should be under the close supervision of a doctor, because Colchicine has many side effects. Their appearance indicates that you need to stop taking this medication. It should be taken until such signs appear:

• improvement of the general condition of the patient;
• disruption of the gastrointestinal tract, then Colchicine is recommended to be taken intravenously;
• a long period does not occur a positive effect of the drug.

In such cases, the doctor should prescribe the use of other medications, namely, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Such drugs can be: Aliv, Apranaks, Metindol, Indobene, Sanaprox and other drugs with a similar composition. They are aimed at the removal of inflammatory processes, thereby relieving pain during an exacerbation, shorten the duration of an attack.

If all the given medicines do not affect the course of the disease in a positive way, then the patient is prescribed hormonal drugs. Their action is the ability to relieve inflammation and pain. Usually this is a one-time injection or a short course of application. Within 2 days the patient begins to feel relief.

Important to remember!Do not engage in self-medication during a period of gout exacerbation! This can lead to serious health problems.

Treatment of gout with medicines

After the removal of an attack of the disease, care should be taken to maintain health in the usual period. After all, gout is chronic. It is required to start taking drugs that are aimed at preventing relapse. The most popular drug in such cases is Allopurinol.

The use of this drug significantly reduces the recurrence of attacks. At some point, based on the results of the tests, the doctor can allow the Allopurinol administration to be stopped.

Modern treatment of gout

Medicine does not stand still, new effective drugs are constantly being developed to fight this disease. One of these medicines is Fullflex. Produced on the basis of natural ingredients, which are known for their medicinal properties (juniper, horse chestnut, eucalyptus, birch bark and others). Produced in 2 types:

1. Ointment. Apply to affected joints at least 2 times a day. Suitable for elderly people and those who spend most of their time sitting at home.
2. Capsules. Ideal for active people. The use of several capsules a day will relieve the ailments from the joints.

This drug is aimed at blocking the nerve impulses, which leaves painful sensations. Also qualitatively removes salts of uric acid from the body and well removes puffiness in the legs.

Important to remember!Before using Fullflex you need specialist advice! He will be able to detect individual intolerance to certain components of the drug. If it is present, then this medicine should not be used in treatment. Also, do not take it to children under 14 years old.

The cost of Fullflex is low, and the efficiency is multifaceted. There are practically no side effects.

Diet in the treatment of gout

To treat gout on the legs was more fruitful, you should stick to the diet. Prohibited products during this period are:

• alcoholic beverages;
• meat by-products;
• canned food and smoked meat;
• salt;
• coffee;
• fatty food.

Milk products can be consumed in unlimited quantities. Useful will be pasta, potatoes, tomatoes, dill, berries. Watermelons contribute to the rapid removal of uric acid from the body. It is also required to drink as much liquid as possible.

Prophylaxis of gout

There are many reasons for the appearance of this joint disease. But if you apply some recommendations, then you can avoid it later. What exactly should I do?

• try to avoid injuries to the feet, especially the thumb;
• choose only comfortable shoes for everyday wear;
• drink a lot of liquid, especially useful will make broths of rose hips, mint, yarrow and other medicinal herbs;
• to live an active lifestyle;
• refuse to drink alcohol and smoke.

Compliance with the regime of the day and walking at bedtime also have a beneficial effect on the body.