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Rheumatology
RCT
Allopurinol efficacy and flare prevention do not differ between patients with and without tophi
Allopurinol Works for Gout Patients With or Without Tophi
This analysis of 2 randomized controlled trials involving 383 patients with gout found no significant difference in allopurinol success betw…
New analysis shows that the presence of tophi does not change how well allopurinol works to lower uric acid and prevent gout flares.
Nov 4, 2026
Drug Pipeline
Sys. Review
Narrative review discusses Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis risks from various medications
A review explains which drugs may cause severe skin reactions like Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
This narrative review examines Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis associated with antibiotics, antiepileptics, allopuri…
This review looks at medications linked to rare but dangerous skin conditions. It helps doctors and patients understand the risks.
Frontiers
Jun 2, 2026
Rheumatology
RCT
Treat-to-target strategy improves gout remission vs symptom-driven care
A new gout treatment strategy is changing outcomes
This open-label RCT in 308 adults with gout and hyperuricaemia found that a treat-to-target strategy (urate-guided titration) led to higher …
Many people with gout stay in pain despite treatment, but aiming for a specific uric acid level nearly doubles the chance of remission.
May 3, 2026