What is the effect of taking sodium bicarbonate tablets for patients with gout?

Sodium bicarbonate tablets (sodium bicarbonate) serve the following purposes for patients with gout: 1. Alkalinize urine: Sodium bicarbonate can alkalinize urine, increasing the solubility of uric acid in urine, thus reducing uric acid crystallization in the urinary tract and preventing the formation of uric acid kidney stones. 2. Aid in lowering uric acid levels: Although sodium bicarbonate itself cannot directly promote the excretion of uric acid or reduce its production, it helps dissolve and excrete uric acid in urine by alkalinizing the urine, thereby indirectly assisting in lowering blood uric acid levels. 3. Relieve pain: For patients with gout, the sodium bicarbonate in the tablets can neutralize uric acid, thus alleviating joint pain to some extent. Sodium bicarbonate tablets are not the core medication for treating gout. Patients with gout should use sodium bicarbonate tablets under the guidance of a physician, avoiding self-medication or excessive use.