Bacterial Vaginosis Treatment Online

Treatment for bacterial vaginosis

Get bacterial vaginosis under control, fast. Our medical providers can quickly prescribe treatment online for pickup at your local pharmacy. No in-person doctor’s visit required.

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How Nurx works

1

Request treatment

Complete our online medical consultation, which asks questions about your health history and symptoms.

2

Connect with a provider

After evaluating your consultation, a provider licensed in your state will prescribe treatment (if clinically appropriate).

3

Pick up your prescription

Your Nurx medical provider will send the prescription to a local pharmacy of your choice for you to pick up. You will pay for the medication at the pharmacy.

Signs I may have bacterial vaginosis

Individuals with bacterial vaginosis (BV) may not realize they have it, or may confuse it with other vaginal or urinary tract infections (UTI). BV can often cause changes to the smell and color of your vaginal discharge. Here are common symptoms of bacterial vaginosis and UTIs.

The information provided here is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should not rely upon the content provided here for specific medical advice. If you have any questions or concerns, please share your symptoms and health history and receive personalized care.

BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS SYMPTOMS

UTI SYMPTOMS

  • Thin gray, white, or green vaginal discharge
  • Strong, persistent urge to urinate
  • Strong “fishy” smell (often after sex or menstruation)
  • Strong smelling urine
  • Burning sensation with urination
  • Burning sensation with urination
  • Pain, itching, or burning in the vagina
  • Passing small frequent amounts of urine

BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS SYMPTOMS

  • Thin gray, white, or green vaginal discharge
  • Strong “fishy” smell (often after sex or menstruation)
  • Burning sensation with urination
  • Pain, itching, or burning in the vagina

UTI SYMPTOMS

  • Strong, persistent urge to urinate
  • Strong smelling urine
  • Burning sensation with urination
  • Passing small frequent amounts of urine

Affordable, regardless of coverage

After evaluating your symptoms and health history, a Nurx Medical provider will prescribe a topical or oral antibiotic to treat your infection, if medically appropriate. The medications we prescribe are:

Metronidazole (Flagyl®)
Clindamycin

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What's included

Bacterial vaginosis treatment with Nurx costs $65, which includes:

  • Your online consultation with the Nurx medical provider who will evaluate your responses.
  • Our medical provider writing your prescription (if medically appropriate).
  • 1 week of unlimited messaging with the medical team about your symptoms and treatment.
  • A special code for a medical consultation for birth control through Nurx.*
  • Please note: The cost of your yeast infection treatment through Nurx is not covered by insurance. You will pay for the medication when you pick it up at your local pharmacy, and the price will depend on the pharmacy and whether you pay with insurance or out-of-pocket.

*Birth control consultation code must be used within 6 months of receipt.

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Common questions

  • How much does bacterial vaginosis treatment from Nurx cost?

    Consultation
    Anyone who requests bacterial vaginosis or yeast infection treatment will be charged a $65 consultation fee. This includes unlimited messaging with our medical team about your treatment (if prescribed) for one week after submitting your treatment request, so you can ask questions about your prescription at any time during that period. Please note that at this time, we do not submit claims to insurance for the medical consult fee.

    Medication
    If medication is prescribed, your Nurx medical provider will send the prescription to a pharmacy of your choice for pick-up. You will pay for the medication at the pharmacy and the price will depend on the pharmacy and whether you pay with insurance or out-of-pocket.

  • Does Nurx accept insurance for bacterial vaginosis treatment?

    As this treatment is only available for pickup at a local pharmacy near you and is not shipped by Nurx, costs and applicable insurance coverage may vary. Please check with your preferred pharmacy for exact pricing. Please note that at this time, we do not submit claims to insurance for the medical consult fee.

  • What medication does Nurx prescribe for bacterial vaginosis?

    Nurx prescribes metronidazole gel and pills (generic Flagyl®) as well as clindamycin cream for bacterial vaginosis.

  • Who can use bacterial vaginosis treatment from Nurx?

    We are able to offer bacterial vaginosis treatment to patients who are diagnosed with bacterial vaginosis by a Nurx medical provider. If you believe you may have bacterial vaginosis, request treatment by completing a health evaluation. We prescribe bacterial vaginosis treatment to patients 18 and up.

    While metronidazole and clindamycin are generally considered safe medications, they may not be a good fit for certain individuals. Please inform your medical provider if you have had an allergic reaction to metronidazole, clindamycin, or other antibiotic medications in the past, or have heart disease, kidney, or liver problems. You should avoid drinking alcohol while using Metronidazole.

  • What's the difference between bacterial vaginosis and yeast infections?

    Bacterial vaginosis is a bacterial infection that is treated with antibiotics. It can cause symptoms including thin gray, green, or white vaginal discharge; a strong unusual odor (especially after sex or menstruation); and burning during urination.

    A yeast infection is a fungal infection that is treated with antifungal medication. It can cause symptoms including thick, white vaginal discharge; itching, irritation, and soreness of the vulva; pain or discomfort during sex or urination; and redness and swelling of the vulva.

  • Are Nurx’s services available in languages other than English?

    At this time, we only provide care in English. We are committed to creating an inclusive experience and are exploring options to expand language support in the future.

DR. NAVYA MYSORE, MEDICAL DIRECTOR

Meet your medical team

We are doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and physician assistants who are passionate about providing patient care. The Nurx medical team believes that everyone deserves access to personalized, non-judgmental healthcare, and that open and honest communication is key.

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*Individual results may vary.
‡The information provided here is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. You should not rely upon the content provided here for specific medical advice. If you have any questions or concerns, please talk to your provider.
◊Services not offered in every state. Medications prescribed only if clinically appropriate, based on completion of the required consultation.

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