My first gout attack came about a year ago, and I tried dieting and exercising to treat it first, because I don't like having any more drugs in my system than are absolutely necessary. Having been unsuccessful in ridding myself of this ailment, I finally agreed to taking allopurinol while continuing the diet and exercise regimen. I still get attacks every month or so, which I treat with high doses of ibuprofen.

I'm concerned about all the drugs i'm now having to take, and I fear they may make things worse for me overall in the long run. I've looked for other suggestions online, and the uricinex herbal remedy keeps showing up everywhere I turn.

What can you tell me about this product that I can't read in their sales pitch?

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