UTI Prescription Treatment Online

UTI - Medication Overview

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common bacterial condition of the urinary system, most often involving the bladder (cystitis). Through Push Health, people with uncomplicated UTI symptoms can request UTI treatment online and connect with a medical provider who can prescribe any necessary medications to a local or delivery pharmacy.

Urinary Tract Infection - Symptoms

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection of the urinary tract that results in a range of outcomes from no symptoms to severe illness (rare). Symptoms of a UTI are usually mild and may consist of a frequent urge to urinate, cloudy or smelly urine, or pain / burning (dysuria) while urinating. Untreated, a UTI can progress into a kidney infection known as pyelonephritis which can result in fever, back pain, stomach pain and vomiting. Uncomplicated UTIs are common and thought to affect 150 million people per year around the world.

UTI Prescription Options

Medications for UTI treatment are generally antibiotics and are available in a tablet, pill or liquid format. There are many types of antibiotics used to treat a UTI:

• Amoxicillin
• Ampicillin
• Ceftriaxone (Rocephin)
• Cephalexin (Keflex)
• Ciprofloxacin
• Fosfomycin (Monurol)
• Levofloxacin (Levaquin)
• Methenamine (Hiprex)
• Nitrofurantoin (Macrobid, Macrodantin)
• Trimethoprim / Sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim)

Symptom relief medicines such as phenazopyridine (Pyridium / AZO) can ease burning and urgency for a day or two but do not treat the infection. Other medications such as ondansetron (Zofran) may be prescribed for symptoms such as nausea.

UTI Prescriptions - Online

Most UTI medications require a prescription before they can be dispensed in the United States. Through Push Health, people with UTI symptoms can connect with a medical provider who can prescribe necessary medications to a local or delivery pharmacy when appropriate to do so.

UTI Medications - Side Effects

All medications that provide treatment for UTIs can cause side effects, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, and other symptoms, depending on which medication is used. Generally, side effects from any medication taken for a UTI will go away once the medication is discontinued. Patients with medication allergies should specify them to their medical provider so that those medications are not prescribed. Discuss other questions or concerns during any consultations.

How to Get UTI Treatment with Push Health

1. Complete a brief health intake. Answer questions about your symptoms, how long you've had them, current medications, history of kidney disease or antibiotic allergies, and if you are pregnant (if applicable).
2. Connect with a licensed medical provider. A provider will review your information and evaluate what UTI treatment is appropriate for you. Same-day consultations are available.
3. Receive your prescription. If UTI prescription medications are appropriate, your provider will send the prescriptions to a pharmacy of your choice - no office visit required.
4. Pick up your medication. Most UTI medications are very affordable and many are available at most pharmacies for under $25 for a standard course. No health insurance or subscription is required.

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