Can Telehealth Prescribe Antibiotics? – Everything You Need to Know
August 11, 2025
You’re sick. Your throat hurts. Your nose is stuffy. You might even have an earache or UTI. You start wondering:
“Can I get antibiotics through telehealth… or do I need to go to a clinic?”
Good news: In many cases, yes — licensed telehealth providers can prescribe antibiotics when they are truly needed.
At MyTeleHealthPoint, our mission is simple:
Fast, affordable, evidence-based care — with no waiting rooms and no hidden fees.
We believe antibiotics should only be used when necessary, to keep them working well for the future. That’s why our providers follow CDC antibiotic stewardship guidelines.
- CDC Antibiotic Use: https://www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use/
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How Telehealth Prescribing Works
When you start a telehealth visit with MyTeleHealthPoint:
- Choose visit type:
- Message visit – $29
- Video visit – $49
(See our pricing)
- Share your symptoms — sometimes with photos if there’s a rash or swelling.
- Provider evaluates your case — asking about onset, severity, medical history, and allergies.
- Decision on antibiotics:
- If likely bacterial → prescription sent to your pharmacy.
- If likely viral → we guide you on symptom relief.
Prescriptions can be filled with your insurance or often for less using GoodRx.
Example conditions where telehealth may prescribe antibiotics includes but not limited to:
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Strep throat (when confirmed or strongly suspected)
- Sinus infection (bacterial)
- Ear infection (otitis media/externa)
- Skin infection (cellulitis, impetigo)
- Dental infections
Example conditions where antibiotics are not helpful:
- Colds
- Flu
- COVID-19
- Most bronchitis cases
💡 Did You Know?
Most sinus infections, earaches, mild asthma flares, and UTIs can be handled fully online — saving you hours compared to in-person visits.
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Benefits of Getting Antibiotics via Telehealth
- No Waiting Room Exposure
Avoid germs from other sick patients.
CDC – Telehealth keeps care accessible:
- Lower Cost
MyTeleHealthPoint: $29–$49 vs. urgent care average $80–$200.
ER average: $1,000+ for non-emergencies.
- Fast Care
Most visits completed within minutes — prescriptions sent immediately.
- Nationwide Accessibility
Whether you’re in a busy city or rural town, you can connect to a provider.
NIH – Telehealth improves access:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7577684/
- Safety & Stewardship
Antibiotics are prescribed only when evidence supports it, reducing risk of resistance.
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What Antibiotics Telehealth Can Prescribe
Our licensed providers can prescribe most common oral antibiotics for infections that can be safely diagnosed through virtual visits.
Examples:
- UTIs: Nitrofurantoin, Trimethoprim/Sulfamethoxazole
- Strep throat: Penicillin, Amoxicillin
- Sinus infection: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate
- Ear infections: Amoxicillin, Cefdinir
- Skin infections: Cephalexin, Clindamycin
- Dental infections: Amoxicillin, Clindamycin
Prescribing choices depend on allergy history, resistance patterns, and national guidelines.
Mayo Clinic – Antibiotics overview:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/antibiotics/art-20045720
Who Should NOT Use Telehealth for Antibiotics
Seek in-person or ER care if you have:
- Moderate to severe shortness of breath, chest pain, confusion
- Severe dehydration
- Rapidly spreading skin infection with fever
- Possible sepsis (high fever, rapid heart rate, low blood pressure)
Antibiotic Side Effects & Safety Tips
Possible Side Effects (common to many antibiotics):
- Upset stomach, diarrhea
- Rash or allergic reaction
- Yeast infections
- Rare: serious allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)
Antibiotic Safety Tips:
- Take exactly as prescribed — finish the full course
- Do not save leftovers
- Do not share antibiotics
- Report side effects immediately
CDC Antibiotic Safety:
https://www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use/data-research/facts-stats/index.html
💡 Did You Know?
Overusing antibiotics makes them less effective. MyTeleHealthPoint only prescribes when truly needed — protecting your health and the community.
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Why Choose MyTeleHealthPoint for Antibiotics?
- Transparent Pricing – Always $29 (message) or $49 (video).
2. No Appointments Needed – Start anytime, anywhere.
3. Local Pharmacy Convenience – Pick up today.
4. Insurance Optional – Use GoodRx for savings.
5. Full Scope Urgent & Primary Care – Not just antibiotics — we treat colds, chronic care, weight loss, men’s/women’s health, mental health, and more.
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Final Word
Telehealth can prescribe antibiotics safely when needed.
With MyTeleHealthPoint, you get fast, affordable, evidence-based care without the waiting room — and with the confidence of national guidelines backing every decision.
