Cough, cold, and flu treatment from an online doctor or NP. Request a treatment plan for common cold and flu symptoms like fever, cough, nasal congestion, and sore throat. Upfront pricing. No insurance or appointment needed.
Cough, cold, and flu treatment from an online doctor or NP. Request a treatment plan for common cold and flu symptoms like fever, cough, nasal congestion, and sore throat. Upfront pricing. No insurance or appointment needed. 4.3 269
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This is right for you if
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You're experiencing upper respiratory symptoms like cough, fever, sore throat, or runny nose
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You may have influenza, strep throat, the common cold, bronchitis, a sinus infection, or COVID-19
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You’re not experiencing ear pain or pressure, which could indicate a middle ear infection
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You don’t have urgent symptoms like trouble breathing or chest pain

What's included

Personalized cough, cold, and flu treatment plans may include over-the-counter treatment recommendations, online prescriptions, and self-care strategies. Prescriptions for antiviral medications like oseltamivir (Tamiflu) (to treat flu) and antibiotics (to treat strep throat or bacterial sinus infections) aren’t guaranteed.

The common cold is a self-limited virus that will resolve on its own without prescription cold medicine. In many cases, a clinician will recommend over-the-counter cold treatments for symptom relief.

You can message your clinician with follow-up questions for 14 days after you get your treatment plan.
Concerned about more than cold and flu symptoms?
Try a general medical care visit

Conditions that can have similar symptoms

COVID-19
If you've tested positive for COVID-19, you can find out if you're eligible for Paxlovid.
Get COVID-19 treatment
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Seasonal allergies
If you're sneezing and have red or itchy eyes, you might be experiencing allergic rhinitis.
Get allergy treatment
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Sinus infection (sinusitis)
If you have nasal congestion, facial pain, and a headache, you might have sinusitis.
Get sinus infection treatment
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Can I get antibiotics through Amazon Clinic?
If your symptoms indicate a bacterial infection, your clinician may prescribe antibiotics. It's important to know, however, that most upper respiratory infections (URIs) are caused by viruses. Antibiotics don't alter the course of viruses.

The inappropriate use of antibiotics can lead to antibiotic resistance, when bacteria evolve to become harder to treat. The World Health Organization (WHO) describes antibiotic resistance as a global threat to human health.
Commonly prescribed medications
When medically appropriate, your clinician may prescribe an antiviral flu medication like oseltamivir (Tamiflu), COVID-19 medication like Paxlovid, or strep throat medication like antibiotics.

What you’ll need

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A photo of the back of your throat if you’re experiencing throat inflammation
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A photo ID, like a driver's license or passport, if we need additional identity verification
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5 to 10 minutes to answer questions about your symptoms and health history

How it works

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Choose an online clinic
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Fill out an intake form
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Connect with a clinician, no appointment needed
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Get a personalized treatment plan
You can message your clinician with follow-up questions for 14 days after you get your treatment plan.
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You should know
Based on your health information, your clinician may recommend that you see a healthcare provider in person. If that happens, you won’t be charged for your visit. Amazon Clinic doesn’t accept insurance at this time, and isn’t intended for beneficiaries of government payor programs, including Medicare and Medicaid.

Frequently asked questions

What types of cold and flu symptoms can be treated through Amazon Clinic?
Commonly treated symptoms
• Cough
• Body or muscle aches
• Facial pain or pressure
• Fatigue
• Fever or chills
• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Nasal congestion/runny nose
• Rash
• Shortness of breath
• Smell or taste changes
• Sore throat
• Stomach/GI symptoms (like nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea)
• Swollen or tender lymph nodes
• Swollen tonsils
• Voice changes (laryngitis)
Depending on your symptoms and health history, your clinician may diagnose you with an upper respiratory infection (URI) like influenza A, COVID-19*, or strep throat, or identify another potential cause for your cold symptoms.

*If you've already tested positive for COVID-19 and need help managing it, you may prefer to start your visit from Amazon Clinic's COVID-19 treatment page.

You can see all the conditions treated through Amazon Clinic on our storefront.
What types of symptoms can't be treated through Amazon Clinic?
The following symptoms may indicate a need for immediate medical attention:
• Dizziness or feeling like you might faint
• Heart palpitations (fast or irregular heartbeat)
• Inability to swallow saliva or other fluids
• Mental symptoms like confusion
• Moderate to severe shortness of breath
• Neck stiffness and pain
• Persistent chest pain or pressure (not due to coughing)
• Severe abdominal pain or stomach tender to touch
If you're experiencing any of these symptoms, don't use Amazon Clinic. Please go to a primary care clinic, urgent care clinic, or emergency room as soon as possible.
Can I get sinusitis treatment through Amazon Clinic?
Yes. If you have sinusitis, also known as rhinosinusitis, you can start a visit through Amazon Clinic's Sinus infection (sinusitis) treatment page. If you don't know if your symptoms are caused by sinusitis or something else (like allergies, the common cold, or the flu), you can start your medical consultation here, through Cough, cold, and flu treatment.

If any of the following statements apply to you, you'll need to see a trusted healthcare provider like a primary care physician (PCP) for more closely managed care:
• You've had 3 or more sinus infections in the past year
• You've been hospitalized in the past week
• You've taken oral antibiotics in the past month
• Your sinus symptoms have returned after being treated with antibiotics
• You've had sinus symptoms for longer than a month
These experiences can make sinus infection treatment more complex.
Can I get treated for an ear infection through Amazon Clinic?
No. If you're experiencing ear pain or pressure, a trusted healthcare provider like a primary care physician (PCP) will need to examine your ear canal in person. These symptoms can indicate an inner ear infection.
What happens if my clinician can't diagnose or treat my health issue?
If your clinician can’t diagnose or treat your health issue through Amazon Clinic, they may recommend that you see a primary care physician (PCP) or a specialist for in-person care. If that happens, you won't be charged for your visit.
What types of visit can I have?
Video visits are available in all 50 states and D.C. Message-only visits are available in 34 states. To see your visit options, first choose your state.
How does Amazon Clinic protect my health information?
Amazon Clinic protects your health information by strictly following the requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). HIPAA governs what Amazon Clinic and your healthcare providers can do with your medical information, as well as your contact and payment information. Amazon Clinic doesn’t and will never sell your personal information. Learn more on our privacy page.
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