Question by katetom B: Does allupurinol increase gout flares when you start taking it and if so how long does this go on?

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Answer by aWellWisher
Yes, it increases the frequency of attacks in the initial period. see-

http://arthritis.about.com/od/allopurinol/a/allopurinol.htm

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   Here’s another web page with helpful info. Bottom line: if you are in the middle of a gout attack, prob not a good idea to start taking allopurinol.

   http://www.best-gout-remedies.com/allopurinol-for-gout.html

   But in my experience of 14+ yrs doing battle with and winning against gout, allopurinol and celery seed pills and lots of water each day will keep the gout away.

   Good luck to you!

   Comment by JeffKan1 — October 26, 2010 @ 7:23 pm

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