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What conditions can I get treatment for at MedExpress?

MedExpress provides safe, regulated prescription treatments for a range of common, non-emergency conditions through a convenient online se...

MedExpress provides safe, regulated prescription treatments for a range of common, non-emergency conditions through a convenient online service. The MedExpress clinical team ensures that every patient receives a professional review before any medication is issued.

Overview of MedExpress Services

The MedExpress service is designed for non-emergency conditions where an online consultation is safe and appropriate. Using MedExpress allows you to access clinical expertise and prescription medications without an in-person appointment.

Use MedExpress when you need to:

  • Access prescription treatments for chronic or recurring conditions like hair loss or migraines.

  • Request weight management medications such as Wegovy or Mounjaro.

  • Obtain discrete treatments for sexual health or men's health concerns.

  • Purchase travel-specific medications like anti-malarials.


What conditions does MedExpress treat?

MedExpress currently provides prescription medications for the following clinical areas:

  • Weight management: Medicated treatments for obesity (including GLP-1 receptor agonists).

  • Men’s health: Erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, and hair loss.

  • Women’s health: Period delay, emergency contraception, cystitis, thrush, and bacterial vaginosis.

  • Sexual health: Chlamydia, genital warts, and herpes.

  • General health: Migraine, hay fever and acid reflux

  • Hair, Skin and Nails: Acne, Cold sores, Eczema, Hair loss, Nail infections and Rosacea

  • Travel health: Anti-malarials, jet lag, and threadworm.


How the MedExpress service works

For every treatment request submitted through MedExpress:

  1. Complete a consultation: You provide your medical history and symptoms via our online form.

  2. Clinical review: A UK-registered prescriber reviews your MedExpress consultation.

  3. Follow-up (if required): The prescriber may ask follow-up questions via your account to ensure the requested treatment is safe and suitable for you.

  4. Prescription & Delivery: Once approved, your prescription is dispensed and shipped to your address.


What MedExpress does not treat

MedExpress is not a replacement for emergency services or specialized in-person care. MedExpress does not treat:

  • Medical emergencies: If you are experiencing an emergency, call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.

  • Complex conditions: Any condition that requires a physical, in-person examination.

  • Diagnostic requirements: Conditions that require specialized diagnostic testing or laboratory blood work before a diagnosis can be made.


Not sure if MedExpress can help?

If you still need help after reviewing the information above, additional assistance is available.

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