Gout

Question 1

Background information for Anti-Gout Agents

Answer 1

Gout is severe inflammation of one or more joints caused by high uric acid levels in the blood. The uric acid crystallizes into the joints. The body attacks the crystallized uric acid causing damage to the joints and inducing pain and inflammation

Question 2

Pharmacology of Anti-Gout Agents

Answer 2

Block the formation of uric acid or prevent the immune system from attacking uric acid crystals

Question 3

Indications of Anti-Gout Agents

Answer 3

• Gout

Question 4

Side effects of Anti-Gout Agents

Answer 4

• Diarrhea
• Nausea/Vomiting
• Abdominal cramps/pain
• Impaired white blood cell formation/development

Question 5

Drug interactions of Anti-Gout Agents

Answer 5

• Many drugs can increase uric acid levels in the blood, which can work against uric acid-lowering treatments

Question 6

List the brand names and generic names of Anti-Gout Agents

Answer 6

Brand Name: Zyloprim, Colcrys, Uloric

Generic Name: Allopurinol, Colchicine, Febuxostat