Allopurinol is not used in the treatment of an acute attack of gout for which reason?
a. It has no analgesic properties.
b. It cannot work alone.
c. It will not reduce uric acid levels.
d. It causes edema in the feet.
ANS: A
Allopurinol has no analgesic or antiinflammatory properties and therefore is not beneficial in the treatment of acute gout.
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