Treatment for vaginal dryness, painful sex, frequent UTIs, and urgency.
Treatment for vaginal dryness, painful sex, frequent UTIs, and urgency.
Complete an online medical form with information about your symptoms and health history.
Within hours, we'll follow up by phone, video, or secure chat and write a prescription if appropriate.
Your vaginal estradiol ships free with discreet packaging.
Chat with our medical team at any time.
UTIs in older women are characterized by lack of estrogen that causes changes in the vaginal pH and skin. You may notice recurrent UTIs, painful urination, urinary urgency, and urinary frequency. Or, you may feel UTI-like symptoms, but not have a UTI.
If you find yourself experiencing UTIs or UTI-like symptoms as you get older, vaginal estradiol may greatly reduce your risk of infection and improve your overall comfort. If appropriate, an antibiotic can also be prescribed.
When it comes to preventing UTIs, there are many options you can try - including low-dose antibiotics. But these carry the risk of antibiotic resistance. If you're in menopause and experiencing frequent UTIs, then vaginal estradiol can target the root cause. Vaginal estradiol prevents infection by rebalancing the vaginal pH and restoring the health of the tissues surrounding the urethra. In a recent study, 68% of post-menopausal women with recurrent UTIs treated with vaginal estradiol did not require additional therapy.
UTIs in older women are often caused by decreased estrogen levels. Low estrogen can result in changes to the vaginal pH and the tissues surrounding the urethra, which increases risk of infection. To address frequent UTIs related to menopause, doctors can prescribe vaginal estradiol. This restores vaginal pH and improves the condition of the skin surrounding the urethra - thus preventing UTIs.
Both estradiol cream and estradiol inserts are equally effective. Both are applied directly to the vagina. The choice between cream and tablets depends on personal preferences. Some individuals may find creams more comfortable to use, while others may prefer the simplicity of tablets.
Vaginal estradiol is applied twice a week and can be used for an extended duration to help prevent UTIs. It is important to note that discontinuing its use may result in the return of symptoms.
To get started you'll create a secure account and complete payment. Then you'll take an online assessment that will be reviewed by our medical team. A licensed MD or GYN will create a prescription and we'll deliver it to your door.
We are currently offering $20 off your first shipment of vaginal estradiol.
No, you'll need antibiotics to treat an acute UTI. As part of your care with us, we'll evaluate your symptoms for an acute UTI and help treat it whenever possible. If prescribed, we'll call in a one-time antibiotic prescription to your local pharmacy.
As part of your care with us, we will evaluate your symptoms for an active UTI. Not all urinary symptoms are a UTI and that not all UTIs are appropriate for treatment through telemedicine. At Interlude we specialize in preventing UTIs. However, if you have an uncomplicated acute lower UTI, we'll call in a one-time antibiotic prescription to your local pharmacy. It's included with your vaginal estradiol prescription.
We are a cash pay health care service and we do not accept insurance at this time. However, with rising out of pocket costs, high deductible plans, and high co-pays in the traditional health care system - our medical care is more affordable and accessible for most women - with or without insurance.
