Gout Disease Treatment is Gaining Significant Traction with Rising Demand for Novel Treatment Options in the U.S.

 

Gout Disease is caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints, tendons, and other tissues. This results in sharp pain, swelling, redness, warmth, and restricted movement. Many who have gout find it difficult to carry out their daily duties due to the discomfort caused by the inflammation of their joints. Gout is not just limited to one's big toe but can affect the rest of one's toes as well as the hands, arms, legs, and even the stomach. The only way to prevent the onset of gout is to avoid the causes of gout.

Gout disease treatment options vary from person to person depending on the severity of the condition and the frequency of attacks. While NSAIDs are usually the first course of treatment, there are a few other options as well. For moderate to severe gout symptoms, a clinical trial treatment using colchicine may be an option. It is sometimes given for up to three months at a time as a maintenance drug. Although it is FDA approved, it has not been approved for forecasting period pain. A common side effect of colchicine is nausea. Therefore, one should not take it if they have nausea problems or severe stomach upsets.

Corticosteroids are a common treatment for inflammatory diseases like arthritis and gout and can also reduce the frequency of attacks. Some of the commonly prescribed drugs include prednisone, hydrocortisone, methylprednisolone, and dexamethasone. However, with increasing popularity, new options for gout treatment are arising, such as natural treatments using herbs, alternative therapies, and even acupuncture. The gout disease treatment market has witnessed significant growth in the U.S., Italy, and Singapore in the recent past. Recently, in January 2021, Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories launched Febuxostat Tablets for gout disease treatment, which is a generic version of Uloric (Febuxostat) tablets.