Last Updated on March 10, 2020
These medications are used to lower your high blood pressure, but they come with the health risk of increased uric acid levels.
People who take diuretic medications expose themselves to a higher risk of raised uric acid levels, and people who take drugs that suppress the immune system in order to treat conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or psoriasis do too. However, this can be discussed with a doctor and they will adjust the medication.