Tag: Gout flares

A 2021 study revealed that amitriptyline consumption was significantly associated with lower use of colchicine, a common treatment for inflammatory gout flares [1.2.1]. While not a primary treatment, this raises the question: **Is amitriptyline good for gout?**

Gout affects an estimated 3.9% of U.S. adults, which is approximately 9.2 million people [1.2.1, 1.2.4]. For many, treatment involves a key question: **Should you take colchicine and allopurinol** together? This combination is a cornerstone of modern gout management.