Gout

How to test for and treat it

Gout

How to test for and treat it

Gout is a kind of arthritis which can suddenly cause bad pain in your joints, and up to 2 out of every 100 people will get it. 

We can provide treatment for gout if it's safe and suitable for you.

Gout testing is currently unavailable from our partner lab. Please check again soon for updates.

Last reviewed: 7/11/2019 by Dr Clair Grainger

To place an order, fill in a brief questionnaire. One of our doctors will review your order and prescribe a treatment if suitable. Existing patients should login first.

Medication Pack Size Price
Colchicine tablets (500 micrograms) 3 to 6 days - 12 tablets £29.00
Uric acid test kit 1 test kit OUT OF STOCK


Click & Collect: FREE (available for next-day collection in Superdrug Pharmacies)
Next Day Delivery: £3.99

Dispensing and standard delivery included.

How our service works

If you want to see if you might have gout, you can order a test kit from Superdrug Online Doctor. Ordering a test kit is quick and simple:

  • Fill in a brief questionnaire

  • Place an order for a gout test kit

  • The test kit can then be sent direct to your door 

If you want treatment for gout for the first time, you can get started through your GP. If you’ve had gout treatment before, you can reorder it from Superdrug Online Doctor. Just follow the steps below:

  • Fill out a short questionnaire about your health and lifestyle

  • Sign in or create an account, place your order, and make payment

  • A doctor will check your questionnaire and order to make sure treatment is right for you

  • If it is, your order can be sent to your door or to a local Superdrug Store for collection

  • If treatment isn’t right for you, you’ll be refunded and given some advice on next steps

About gout testing and treatment

To place an order, fill in a brief questionnaire. One of our doctors will review your order and prescribe a treatment if suitable. Existing patients should login first.

Reviewed by: Dr Clair Grainger in line with the Superdrug Online Editorial Process.

GMC no. 7041314

Dr Grainger studied at the University of Edinburgh and worked in hospitals before becoming a GP. She has an interest in respiratory, and sexual and reproductive health.

Last reviewed on: 07/11/19