Antibiotics — Safe, Effective Use Treatment Online — Virtual Urgent Care / Online Urgent Care in Texas

Wondering if you need antibiotics? Our online urgent care ensures antibiotic stewardship—we prescribe only when bacterial infection is likely.

Online Doctor for Antibiotics — Safe, Effective Use — What We Can Do via Tele Urgent Care

  • Explain viral vs bacterial illnesses
  • Prescribe antibiotics when indicated and safe
  • Allergy-conscious alternatives
  • Side-effect and interaction counseling

Antibiotics — Safe, Effective Use Symptoms & When to Get Virtual Care

Common Symptoms

  • Fever, localized pain
  • Purulent discharge (sometimes)
  • Symptoms lasting beyond expected viral course
  • Exposure/risks for bacterial illness

Get Care If

  • Not improving with supportive care
  • High-risk conditions
  • Clear bacterial signs
  • Recurrent infections

Insurance & Self-Pay Pricing

Lifeline Urgent Care starts with virtual video visits first, so care fits your schedule—whether you’re at home, the office, or traveling. We provide same-day diagnosis and insurance-accepted treatment for urgent medical needs, infections, and injuries. Walk-in care also available. No PCP or referral barriers for urgent benefit-eligible visits.

Most Texas insurance plans accepted. No insurance? Our self-pay virtual urgent care rates keep care affordable.

How a Virtual Urgent Care Visit Works

  1. Book online for a same-day tele urgent care appointment.
  2. Video visit with a Texas-licensed online doctor to review symptoms and history.
  3. Treatment plan — prescriptions, home care, and testing orders when needed.
  4. Follow-up support — message us if you’re not improving.

When You Should Be Seen In Person or Go to the ER

Severe illness, rapidly worsening symptoms, or red-flag signs need in-person evaluation.

Texas Coverage — Virtual Care in 4 Major Metros (100-Mile Radius Each)

We provide online care across Texas with metro-centered 100-mile service areas.

Houston 100-Mile Service Area — Counties & Suburbs

Harris County: Houston, Bellaire, West University Place, Southside Place, Pasadena, Baytown, Deer Park, La Porte, Seabrook, Shoreacres, El Lago, Taylor Lake Village, Galena Park, Jacinto City, South Houston, Humble, Atascocita, Kingwood, Spring, Aldine, Greenspoint, Northshore, Channelview, Cloverleaf, Crosby, Highlands, Barrett, Sheldon, Cypress, Jersey Village, Tomball, Willowbrook, Champions, Garden Oaks, Oak Forest, Meyerland, Memorial, Galleria/Uptown, Midtown, Heights, Montrose, Clear Lake, Nassau Bay, Webster.

Fort Bend County: Sugar Land, Missouri City, Stafford, Richmond, Rosenberg, Fulshear, Simonton, Meadows Place, Arcola, Fresno, Sienna, New Territory, Greatwood, Pecan Grove, Cinco Ranch, Mission Bend, Thompsons, Needville, Beasley, Fairchilds, Pleak, Orchard.

Montgomery County: The Woodlands, Conroe, Montgomery, Magnolia, Pinehurst, Willis, Shenandoah, Oak Ridge North, Panorama Village, Porter, New Caney, Splendora, Roman Forest, Cut and Shoot, Woodbranch.

Brazoria County: Pearland, Manvel, Iowa Colony, Alvin, Angleton, Lake Jackson, Clute, Freeport, Danbury, Brazoria, West Columbia, Sweeny, Surfside Beach, Holiday Lakes, Oyster Creek, Richwood.

Galveston County: League City, Texas City, Galveston, Friendswood, Dickinson, Santa Fe, La Marque, Hitchcock, Kemah, Clear Lake Shores, Bacliff, San Leon, Tiki Island, Jamaica Beach.

Waller, Liberty, Chambers, Austin, Washington, Wharton, Matagorda, Jefferson, Brazos (edge): Katy, Brookshire, Waller, Prairie View, Hempstead, Hockley, Liberty, Dayton, Cleveland, Mont Belvieu, Anahuac, Winnie, Sealy, Bellville, Brenham, Wharton, El Campo, Bay City, Beaumont, Port Arthur, College Station, Bryan.

Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) 100-Mile Service Area — Counties & Suburbs

Dallas County: Dallas, Richardson, Garland, Mesquite, Rowlett, Sachse, Sunnyvale, Balch Springs, Farmers Branch, Addison, Coppell (part), Carrollton (part), Irving, Grand Prairie (part), DeSoto, Duncanville, Cedar Hill, Lancaster, Seagoville, Highland Park, University Park.

Tarrant County: Fort Worth, Arlington, Hurst, Euless, Bedford, North Richland Hills, Keller (part), Southlake (part), Colleyville (part), Grapevine (part), Haltom City, Richland Hills, Saginaw, Lake Worth, Benbrook, Crowley, Mansfield (part), Forest Hill, White Settlement, Azle (part), Haslet (part), Blue Mound, River Oaks, Everman.

Collin County: Plano, McKinney, Frisco (part), Allen, Wylie (part), Murphy, Parker, Lucas, Fairview, Prosper (part), Celina (part), Princeton, Anna, Melissa, Lowry Crossing, Nevada, Josephine, Blue Ridge, New Hope.

Denton County: Denton, Lewisville, Flower Mound (part), Highland Village, The Colony, Little Elm, Corinth, Lake Dallas, Hickory Creek, Argyle, Roanoke, Trophy Club, Northlake, Justin, Sanger, Krum, Krugerville, Shady Shores, Double Oak, Copper Canyon, Lantana, Aubrey.

Rockwall, Kaufman, Ellis, Johnson, Parker, Wise, Hunt, Hood (edges): Rockwall, Heath, Fate, Royse City (part), Forney, Terrell, Kaufman, Waxahachie, Midlothian, Burleson (part), Weatherford, Aledo, Decatur, Bridgeport, Greenville, Granbury, Sherman (Grayson), Gainesville (Cooke).

Austin 100-Mile Service Area — Counties & Suburbs

Travis County: Austin, West Lake Hills, Rollingwood, Lakeway, Bee Cave, Manor, Del Valle, Lago Vista, Jonestown, Sunset Valley, Creedmoor, Webberville, Hornsby Bend.

Williamson County: Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Leander, Liberty Hill, Hutto, Taylor, Jarrell, Florence, Andice, Granger, Weir.

Hays County: San Marcos, Buda, Kyle, Dripping Springs, Wimberley, Mountain City, Niederwald (part), Uhland (part), Woodcreek.

Bastrop, Caldwell, Burnet, Llano, Blanco, Milam, Lee (edges): Bastrop, Elgin (part), Smithville, Lockhart, Luling, Marble Falls, Burnet, Horseshoe Bay (part), Blanco, Johnson City, Temple, Belton, Giddings, Rockdale.

San Antonio 100-Mile Service Area — Counties & Suburbs

Bexar County: San Antonio, Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills, Olmos Park, Castle Hills, Shavano Park, Leon Valley, Balcones Heights, Helotes, Stone Oak/Leon Springs, Converse, Universal City, Live Oak, Selma, Windcrest, Kirby, Garden Ridge (part), China Grove.

Comal & Guadalupe: New Braunfels, Canyon Lake, Bulverde, Spring Branch, Schertz, Cibolo, Seguin, Marion, Santa Clara, McQueeney.

Kendall, Medina, Wilson, Atascosa, Bandera (edges): Boerne, Fair Oaks Ranch (part), Castroville, Hondo, LaCoste, Pleasanton, Jourdanton, Poteet, Floresville, La Vernia, Stockdale, Bandera, Lakehills, Pipe Creek, Kerrville (Kerr edge).

Antibiotics — Safe, Effective Use Telehealth — FAQs

Do I need antibiotics for my condition?

Often no—many are viral. We’ll assess and treat appropriately.

What are common side effects?

Stomach upset, diarrhea, yeast overgrowth; serious reactions are rare but possible.

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