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Colchicine is an anti-inflammatory drug that can be used to treat acute gout as well as reduce the frequency and severity of gout attacks but is not recommended for long-term use.
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d
Colchicine
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The first-line treatment for the chronic management of gout is allopurinol. It works by reducing the production of uric acid which helps prevent gout attacks.
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a
Allopurinol
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Probenecid is a medication that is used to increase uric acid excretion and can help prevent gout attacks. However, it is not the first-line treatment for the chronic management of gout.
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e
Probenecid
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NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen and naproxen, can be used to reduce pain and inflammation during an acute gout attack, but are not recommended for long-term use due to the risk of side effects, such as renal failure or peptic ulcers.
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b
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
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Corticosteroids, such as prednisone, can also be used to reduce inflammation and pain during an acute gout attack, but are not recommended for long-term use due to the risk of side effects, such as osteoporosis.
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c
Corticosteroids
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Gout
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Rheumatology
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What drug is used first line for the chronic management of gout?
a