What Chinese herbs can be taken for high uric acid and gout?

Patients with high uric acid levels and gout may consider using traditional Chinese herbs that have diuretic, heat-clearing, and blood-activating properties, such as Plantago seed (Che Qian Zi), Smilax glabra (Tu Fu Ling), Caulis Piperis Kadsurae (Hai Feng Teng), and Taxillus sutchuenensis (Sang Ji Sheng). These herbs may help lower uric acid levels and alleviate gout symptoms. However, specific medication should be tailored to individual conditions and used under the guidance of a physician. Additionally, patients should adjust their diet by avoiding high-purine foods and maintain healthy lifestyle habits to promote recovery.