Gout is a common disorder of uric acid metabolism that can lead to deposition of monosodium urate (MSU) crystals in soft tissue, recurrent episodes of debilitating joint inflammation, and, if untreated, joint destruction and renal damage.
Composition[edit] Alka-Seltzer contains three active ingredients; aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) (ASA), sodium bicarbonate, and anhydrous citric acid. The aspirin is a pain reliever and anti-inflammatory, and the sodium hydrogen carbonate and citric acid form an antacid by their effervescent reaction with water.
If you use Alka-seltzer in quantities large enough to make this project worthwhile, you probably need to see a doctor. Chances are the asprin does something to help, but the sodium bicarbonate is definately the most important ingredient. And honestly, if you want to include it, itâs cheap.