I have non-chronic gout - get an attack once every 18 months or so, usually triggered by something I eat/drink/have too much of.
I avoid liver/kidneys, though can eat small amounts. Too much beer is not good, but red wine seems to have no effect. Sardines, prawns are not good either.
I take indocid (indomethacin) at first signs, and this usually clears things up with about 3 pills. It can upset your lower digestive system! Have also taken flameril, which seesm to be just as efficacious without the side effect...