See a provider online for same-day gout attack treatment

$29 / message visit  |   $49 / video visit

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What You Need to Do

  • Select Your Concern & Book

    Choose your health concern (like hair loss or weight) and answer a few quick questions. Pick a time that works for you.

  • Meet Your Provider

    Chat or video call with a licensed provider who will assess your condition and prescribe treatment if needed.

  • Get Your Treatment

    Get care for common conditions—and if medication is needed, prescriptions can be sent directly to your pharmacy or delivered to your door (where available).

  • Get Ongoing Support

    Stay connected with follow-up care to track progress and adjust your treatment if necessary.

What Helps Relieve a Gout Attack?

Gout symptoms like sudden joint pain and swelling may be eased with:

  • Colchicine, a fast-acting medication shown to relieve pain within 24–36 hours

  • NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) for inflammation

  • Oral steroids (e.g., prednisone), when other options aren’t suitable*

*Note: Some treatments like oral steroids may require in-person care and are not available through all virtual visits.

Is Pay-per-Virtual visit right for you?

  • You're 18 to 64 years old

  • You’ve been diagnosed with gout in the past

  • You're currently experiencing sudden joint pain and swelling

  • Symptoms are affecting your big toe, elbow, or finger

  • You don’t have signs of infection (fever or red streaks)

  • You are not pregnant

Common Medications for gout attack

Your iVisitDoc provider will review your symptoms and medical history to decide if gout treatment is appropriate. If medication is prescribed, you can pick it up at a pharmacy of your choice, and insurance may cover the cost.

Please note: Certain medications, including oral steroids (like Medrol Dosepak) and uric acid-lowering treatments (such as allopurinol or febuxostat), are not available through telehealth visits.

NSAIDs

Treat pain and inflammation
• Ibuprofen
• Indomethacin
• Naproxen

Anti-gout agents

Reduce inflammation
• Colchicine (Colcrys, Mitigare)

Pro Tip

Start with lifestyle adjustments—like avoiding trigger foods, elevating your head while sleeping, and eating smaller meals. Medications work best when paired with healthy habits.

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Your questions answered

iVisitDoc Care & Access

iVisitDoc offers same-day virtual visits with licensed providers who can assess your symptoms and, if appropriate, prescribe medication like colchicine or NSAIDs to help manage your gout flare.

Yes, we accept many major health insurance plans. If you’re not using insurance, affordable self-pay options are also available.

If your symptoms require in-person evaluation or imaging, your provider will guide you to the appropriate next steps for hands-on care.

Yes. You’ll have access to secure post-visit messaging if you have questions about your care plan or need follow-up support.

If you’ve been previously prescribed medication, your provider can determine if a refill is appropriate based on your current condition and treatment response.

Absolutely. iVisitDoc uses a HIPAA-compliant platform with advanced security measures to protect your private health data.

About Gout

Gout attacks are triggered by a build-up of uric acid in the blood, which forms sharp crystals in the joints. Triggers can include certain foods, alcohol, dehydration, and stress.

Without treatment, a gout flare can last 3 to 10 days. With prompt care (like taking prescribed medications), symptoms may improve much faster.

While there’s no permanent cure, gout is manageable. With the right medications and lifestyle changes, many people go months or even years without a flare.

  • Stay well-hydrated

  • Limit red meat, shellfish, and sugary drinks

  • Reduce alcohol (especially beer)

  • Maintain a healthy weight

  • Avoid crash diets or extreme fasting

Gout may be linked to other health risks like high blood pressure, kidney disease, or diabetes. Managing gout can support your overall long-term health.

  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

  • American College of Rheumatology

  • National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)