Gout relief showdown: immediate vs delayed drug start

NCT ID NCT05109936

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 35 times

Summary

This study compares two ways of starting the gout medication febuxostat: right after an attack versus waiting 6 weeks. Gout is a painful joint condition caused by high uric acid. The goal is to see if early treatment reduces the number of gout flare days. About 128 adults with a current gout attack will take part.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • CHG Dieppe

    RECRUITING

    Dieppe, France

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  • CHI Elbeuf, Louvier, Val de Reuil

    RECRUITING

    Elbeuf, France

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  • CHU de Caen

    RECRUITING

    Caen, France

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  • CHU de Rouen

    RECRUITING

    Rouen, France

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  • Centre Hospitalier Public du Cotentin

    RECRUITING

    Cherbourg, France

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  • GH Le Havre

    RECRUITING

    Le Havre, France

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