you are correct. bactrim ds is an antibiotic that will not be helpful in the management of gout. unless the medical provider felt that there was a possibility of an underlying infection (bactrim is often used for staph infections) there would be no use if just treating gout.
is bactrim ds ever given for gout with tophi? . i am a caregiver and have concerns for my client. she has inflammation swelling and what is described as "tophi" in her (r) pinkie finger. her pcp diagnosed this as gout and prescribed bactrim ds. i can not find where this is the medication of choice for this condition. corticosteroids and or nsaid's are used. can you please set my concerns at ease by giving me your input on this matter. i trust this site for medical questions. thank you very much have a blessed day. sincerely jeanette lewis