NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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What is the initial treatment for an acute gout attack?

Colchicine
Aspirin
Antibiotics
ACE inhibitors

The correct answer is: Colchicine

The correct answer is colchicine. Colchicine is the initial treatment of choice for an acute gout attack. It is an anti-inflammatory medication that works by decreasing the inflammation caused by uric acid crystals in the joints. Colchicine is effective in reducing pain and inflammation associated with gout attacks. As for the other options: - Aspirin is not typically recommended for acute gout attacks as it can actually worsen the condition by affecting uric acid levels. - Antibiotics are not used to treat acute gout attacks unless there is an underlying infection present. - ACE inhibitors are a class of medications used to treat high blood pressure and other conditions, but they are not indicated for the treatment of acute gout attacks.