Answer
It lowers uric acid for long-term control rather than directly relieving an active attack's pain and inflammation.
Sources for this answer
- Febuxostat Tillomed 120 mg film-coated tablets — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
- NHSNHS · NHS medicine guidance
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