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Sinus Infection Treatment Online
Private, convenient care from home
Need sinus infection treatment online? A licensed clinician can review your congestion, facial pressure, drainage, and how long symptoms have lasted. Many sinus infections improve without antibiotics; an evaluation can help determine whether supportive care, testing, or a prescription is appropriate.
- Private online consultation
- No insurance required
- Prescription considered after medical review
Private online care
Licensed healthcare providers
Treatment guidance from a clinician
SIMPLE 3-STEP PROCESS
How Online Care Works
Describe your sinus symptoms, get a clinician review, and understand the next step for relief.
01
Tell Us About Your Symptoms
Tell us when symptoms started, whether they improved then worsened, and about fever, allergies, medications, and other health concerns.
02
Get Evaluated Online
A clinician considers symptom duration and severity to assess whether the illness may be viral, bacterial, or something else. Some symptoms require an in-person exam.
03
Pick Up Your Prescription
Get guidance on comfort measures and follow-up. If medication is medically appropriate, a prescription may be sent to your preferred pharmacy.
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AT A GLANCE
Four Things to Know About Sinus
Quick facts on treatment, testing, and follow-up. Read the detailed guide below.
SYMPTOMS
Symptoms and Testing
Sinus infections may cause congestion, facial pressure, nasal drainage, headache, cough, or reduced smell. A clinician can assess symptoms and their duration.
MEDICATION & TREATMENT
Sinus Medication and Treatment
Many sinus infections improve without antibiotics. Saline rinses, pain relief, and certain nasal sprays may help; antibiotics are used only when indicated.
TESTING & CARE
How Long Sinus Infections Last
Many viral sinus infections start improving within 7 to 10 days. Persistent, worsening, or severe symptoms may need evaluation for another cause.
FOLLOW-UP
After Treatment
Follow your treatment plan and use prescriptions as directed. Seek additional care if symptoms persist, worsen, or return after initial improvement.
YOUR TREATMENT GUIDE
Sinus Treatment: What You Need to Know
Clear answers about symptoms, testing, prescription treatment, and next steps.
01 · SYMPTOMS
Symptoms and Testing
Sinus infections commonly cause congestion, facial pressure, nasal drainage, headache, cough, and reduced sense of smell. Diagnosis is often based on the symptoms and how they have changed over time. Routine imaging or laboratory testing is usually not needed for uncomplicated acute sinusitis.
02 · TREATMENT
Sinus Medication and Treatment
Some sinus infections improve without prescription medication. Symptom relief may include saline rinses, pain relievers, and certain nasal sprays. Antibiotics are reserved for cases where bacterial infection is suspected. Your provider will determine whether prescription treatment is appropriate.
03 · TESTING & CARE
How Long Sinus Infections Last
Many viral sinus infections begin to improve within 7 to 10 days. Symptoms that last more than 10 days without improvement, become severe, or return after initially getting better may be more consistent with a bacterial infection. A provider can use the timing and pattern of your symptoms to guide treatment.
04 · FOLLOW-UP
After Treatment
Follow the treatment plan provided and take prescribed antibiotics exactly as directed. Symptoms should gradually improve. Contact a healthcare provider if symptoms continue to worsen, do not improve as expected, or return frequently.
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AFFORDABLE ONLINE CARE
Simple, Transparent Online Care Pricing
Start with a one-time consultation, or choose a membership for ongoing care. Select your payment option during checkout.
FOR ONE-TIME CARE
One-Time Consultation
$59.99
One-time payment. No membership required.
- Pay only when you need care
- Provider evaluation
- Testing and treatment guidance
FOR ONGOING CARE
Quarterly Membership
$69.99
Billed every 3 months · about $23.33/month equivalent
- Unlimited consultations
- Prescription refill requests
- 24/7 support
Annual membership also available for $225/year during checkout.
Choose your payment option during checkout. Quarterly and annual memberships renew automatically until canceled. You can cancel according to the membership terms. Prescriptions are subject to provider approval. Medication, laboratory testing, and in-person treatment costs may be separate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get sinus infection treatment online?
Yes. Sinus infection treatment online can be appropriate for many uncomplicated cases. A licensed provider can review your symptoms, how long they have lasted, your medical history, and other factors to determine a treatment plan. Some symptoms may require an in-person examination.
Can I get antibiotics for a sinus infection online?
A licensed healthcare provider may prescribe antibiotics online when your evaluation suggests a bacterial sinus infection and antibiotics are appropriate. An online consultation does not guarantee a prescription.
How do I get antibiotics online for a sinus infection?
Complete an online consultation and provide information about your symptoms, how long they have lasted, allergies, medications, and medical history. A provider will determine whether antibiotics are appropriate. If prescribed, the medication can be sent to your selected pharmacy.
Do all sinus infections need antibiotics?
No. Most acute sinus infections are caused by viruses, and antibiotics do not treat viral infections. Antibiotics may be considered when the pattern, duration, or severity of symptoms suggests a bacterial sinus infection.
What antibiotics are used for a sinus infection?
Amoxicillin with or without clavulanate is commonly used for acute bacterial sinusitis when antibiotic treatment is appropriate. Other antibiotics may be considered based on allergies, medical history, previous antibiotic use, and other clinical factors.
Is azithromycin used for sinus infections?
Azithromycin is generally not recommended as a routine first-line treatment for acute bacterial sinusitis because of bacterial resistance. A healthcare provider can determine which antibiotic is appropriate for your situation.
Is doxycycline used for sinus infections?
Doxycycline can be an option for some adults with acute bacterial sinusitis, including certain patients who cannot take first-line antibiotics. It is not appropriate for everyone, so treatment should be selected after a medical evaluation.
How long do sinus infection symptoms need to last before antibiotics are considered?
Bacterial sinusitis becomes more likely when symptoms last at least 10 days without improvement. It may also be suspected when symptoms are severe for several days or improve at first and then become worse again.
What over-the-counter medicine helps a sinus infection?
Depending on your health history, options may include acetaminophen or ibuprofen for pain or fever, saline nasal rinses, and intranasal corticosteroid sprays for congestion and inflammation. Decongestants may help some people but are not suitable for everyone.
Can a sinus infection go away without antibiotics?
Yes. Many sinus infections are viral and improve without antibiotics. Some uncomplicated bacterial sinus infections may also be managed initially without antibiotics when symptoms are mild and follow-up is available.
How quickly do antibiotics work for a sinus infection?
Improvement is usually gradual rather than immediate. Contact your healthcare provider if symptoms worsen or do not improve as expected after starting treatment rather than changing the dose or antibiotic yourself.
Can telehealth diagnose a sinus infection?
Telehealth can be used to evaluate many uncomplicated sinus infections. A provider can review the pattern and duration of your symptoms and your medical history. An in-person examination may be recommended when the diagnosis is uncertain, symptoms are severe, or complications are suspected.
Can I get a sinus infection prescription online without seeing a doctor?
Prescription medication requires an evaluation by a licensed healthcare provider. An online consultation can provide that evaluation without a traditional office visit when telehealth is appropriate for your symptoms.
When should I seek in-person care for a sinus infection?
Get prompt medical care for symptoms such as swelling or redness around an eye, vision changes, a severe or unusual headache, confusion, stiff neck, or rapidly worsening illness. Persistent or frequently recurring sinus problems may also need an in-person evaluation.
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