Question

A 52-year-old man presents with a hot, swollen first MTP joint. Which is the preferred first-line treatment for an acute gout flare (no contraindications)?

Accepted Answer

Colchicine 500 micrograms 2-4 times daily

Answer

Allopurinol initiation immediately at high dose

Answer

Acetazolamide

Answer

Aspirin

Answer

No treatment during flare

Practice question

A 52-year-old man presents with a hot, swollen first MTP joint. Which is the preferred first-line treatment for an acute gout flare (no contraindications)?