Gout

Receive prompt assessment and treatment for gout in a private face-to-face consultation. Our qualified prescribing pharmacists will assess your symptoms, discuss your medical history, examine the affected joint where appropriate, and determine whether your symptoms are consistent with gout or another cause of joint pain. Where clinically appropriate, we can prescribe treatment to relieve an acute gout attack, provide advice on preventing future flare-ups, discuss long-term management options and arrange onward referral if further investigation is required.

Gout

Gout is a type of arthritis caused by a build-up of uric acid crystals in the joints. It often develops suddenly and can cause severe pain, swelling, redness, and warmth, commonly affecting the big toe, ankle, or knee.

Gout attacks may last for several days and can return if not properly managed. Triggers may include alcohol, dehydration, certain foods, obesity, or some medical conditions.

At our clinic, we offer assessment, advice, and treatment to help relieve symptoms and reduce future attacks. Treatment may include anti-inflammatory medicines, lifestyle advice, and support to help manage uric acid levels effectively.

How it works

Three steps from booking to treatment

1

Book your consultation

Choose your pharmacy service and arrange an appointment online.

2

Clinical consultation

Attend a private face-to-face consultation with a qualified pharmacist.

3

Treatment & prescriptions

Receive expert treatment recommendations and prescriptions where clinically appropriate.

Prices

TreatmentDetailsPrice
ColchicineAcute attack treatment£45NaproxenAnti-inflammatory£45
Uric acid blood testSingle test with interpretation£35

Consultation £45. Treatment is supplied only where clinically appropriate.

GPhC registered pharmacy Registration 1119588. Check the register
Independent Prescribers Assessed, diagnosed and treated by a prescribing pharmacist
Private consultation room Nothing discussed at the counter

Frequently Asked Questions

As soon as you can. Treatment for an acute attack works best when it is started early, and we often have same-day appointments.
Yes. We can arrange a uric acid blood test, though levels are best checked once an acute attack has settled.
Our pharmacist will ask about your symptoms, medical history and any medicines you take, then discuss the treatment options suitable for you.
Every consultation takes place behind a closed door in our private consultation room. Nothing is discussed at the counter.

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