Could some medication cause gout like symptoms?

Answer by  koti (205)

Gout is caused by an increase in uric acid within the body and the kidneys can't filter it out. Some medications can cause an increase in uric acid, thus causing gout symptoms. These include low dose aspirin, niacin, tuberculosis medication and also thiazide diuretics.

Answer by  DrFeelGood (259)

I have never heard of medication causing gout. This is a good question. Before considering any treatment you should consult your local doctor. Just because a treatment works well for someone else doesn't mean it will, or is even safe for you. If you have any allergies or reactions that you know of let your family doctor know.

Answer by  PriscillaPresley (284)

Yes-Gout can be caused by some medications. Certain medications, toxins, chemicals, or substances may be the underlying cause of Gout and Gout-like symptoms.

Answer by  drrmpatelyahoocom (60)

Gout is due to elevated level of uring acide in bloodstream. Diuretic, lead poisoning and some medical drugs are purine-based. Notable among these are the purine-analog antimetabolite drugs, sometimes used as chemotherapy agents may cause gout. Hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia, truncal obesity, increased cardiovascular risk, polycythaemia, intake of cytotoxics, renal disoreders, hemolytic anemia, solid organ transplant may precipitate gout.

Answer by  Debra (105)

Yes, certain medications can cause a flare-up of gout. Diurectics such as furosemide and hydrochlorothiazide cause gout by increasing the concentration of uric acid in the joints.