How to Get Prescription Treatment for Toenail Fungus

Key Takeaways

• You can get an online prescription for toenail fungus from a licensed medical provider.

• Prescription medication for toenail fungus, including oral and topical nail fungus medication, is typically more effective for treating fungal toenail infections than over-the- counter toenail fungus cures.

• Consider the severity of the infection, the patient’s medical history, and the professional opinion of a clinician when choosing the best treatment for toenail fungus. Introduction

Toenail fungus is typically a persistent condition that will require some form of treatment in order to be cured. Fungal toenail infections can spread to other toenails, cause significant pain while walking, and become increasingly difficult to treat over time. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, approximately 10% of people will develop a fungal nail infection at some point in their lives.

Online toenail fungus treatment is now available through GetMyStride’s online care platform for individuals suffering from fungal toenails and seeking prescription toenail fungus treatments.

How Do You Get an Online Prescription for Toenail Fungus?

Online treatment for toenail fungus typically starts with an online medical evaluation. During this process, a patient fills out health information online and can upload pictures of affected nails. A licensed, physician-level provider reviews the health information and can determine whether or not a patient needs to be prescribed fungus treatments online.

Once you’ve been prescribed a treatment, it will be shipped directly to your doorstep, eliminating the need to go back and forth to a doctor’s office for an appointment.

What Is the Best Prescription for Toenail Fungus?

The best prescription medication for toenail fungus is typically dependent on the severity of the infection as well as the number of toes that have been affected.

Prescription options may include:

• Oral terbinafine for moderate to severe fungal nail infections.

• Fluconazole is typically prescribed to specific patients who have been diagnosed with fungal toenail infections.

• Prescription topical treatments for mild infections or as part of combination therapy.

Typically, GetMyStride prescribes oral medication, prescription topical solution, or STRIDE DUO™ to treat fungal toenail infections. Oral medication is usually the primary prescription to treat fungal toenail infections, but STRIDE DUO™ can also be prescribed for some cases to boost the effectiveness of treatment.

Why Is Prescription Medication for Toenail Fungus More Effective?

Toenail fungus prescription products are typically more effective at treating fungal toenail infections than over-the-counter toenail fungus products. These prescription products are designed to attack the fungus as it grows out with the rest of the nail. There are many over-the-counter fungal nail treatments on the market today that are designed to provide surface-level relief of fungus symptoms. Some mild cases of toenail fungus can be treated with these products, but it is not as effective for most sufferers.

Over-the-counter toenail fungus treatments can be effective for mild cases of fungal nail infections, but usually not for severe cases of fungal nail infections. Prescription toenail fungus treatments are usually needed for the following reasons:

1. The infection has spread across the nail.

2. Multiple nails are affected.

3. The nail has become thick, brittle, or discolored.

4. Previous treatments have not been worked.

Do You Need an In-Person Visit for Toenail Fungus Oral Prescription Medication?

No. For many patients with Toenail Fungus, their entire treatment can be virtually conducted by a licensed provider via telehealth and an oral prescription for toenail fungus written for eligible patients.

Based on your medical history and pictures of your fungal toenail infection, a medical provider can determine whether oral fungal nail medication is right for you during your virtual visit. In some cases, your provider may need to conduct further testing or gather additional medical information in order to prescribe oral fungal nail medication for your fungal toenail infection.

Ready to Start Treatment?

The earlier you start treating your toenail fungus the better chance you have to cure it before it spreads. GetMyStride can provide you with online fungal toenail treatment from our doctors who are licensed and have many years of experience with fungal toenail treatments. We prescribe online for your fungal toenail treatment and post it out to you the very same day so you can start your treatment asap.

FAQs

1. How do I get a prescription for toenail fungus?

To get a prescription online for your toenail fungus complete our online medical assessment, upload pictures of your infected toenails, and your prescription will be filled online by one of our qualified and licensed healthcare providers if needed.

2. What are the prescription medications for toenail fungus?

There are many different options for fungal nail treatment. Oral terbinafine and fluconazole are two of the most common prescription fungal nail medications. There are also many prescription topical antifungal medications as well.

3. Do I need to see a doctor in person to get toenail fungus medication?

For many fungal nail infections, a diagnosis and necessary prescription can be provided via a telehealth evaluation by a qualified healthcare provider. This can be provided after you have completed an online medical assessment and provided photos of the affected nail(s) for the healthcare provider to review.

4. Is prescription toenail fungus treatment covered by insurance or HSA?

The costs for prescription fungal nail treatments are different for every insurance plan, but many patients can use their insurance for the prescription and for the visit with their provider online. Additionally, patients can also use their HSA or FSA funds for the same.

5. Are prescription toenail fungus treatments safe?

Prescription medications for the treatment of fungal toenail infections are safe when prescribed by a qualified healthcare provider. He or she can review your medical history and inform you of any possible side effects of medications used to treat toenail fungus.