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    Conditions

    MRSA

    MRSA Treatment Online

    Licensed providersNo insurance neededAges 18+Not for emergencies
    Get MRSA treatment onlineAppropriate antibiotics availableRx consults within one business day

    Overview

    MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) is a type of staph bacteria resistant to many common antibiotics. Mild skin infections can often be treated with specific oral antibiotics.

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    A laptop on a clean desk showing a demo screenshot of the Plunge Care portal dashboard

    Treatment

    Mild MRSA skin infections may be treated with trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, doxycycline, or clindamycin. Abscesses may need drainage.

    Not for emergencies. Plunge Care is not for emergencies. If you're experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.

    Clinician-led decisions. All treatment decisions are made by the reviewing licensed provider. Plunge Care does not guarantee any specific prescription or outcome.

    When to Seek Emergency Care

    Seek immediate care for rapidly spreading infection, high fever, or signs of systemic infection.

    How it works

    1. 1

      Create your account and share a brief health history.

    2. 2

      Submit your request through your secure patient portal.

    3. 3

      A licensed provider in your state reviews your request.

    4. 4

      If appropriate, your prescription or order is sent to your pharmacy or lab.

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