Gout flare? Get relief sooner.
A hot, swollen, painful joint makes getting to a clinic hard. Talk to an Australian-registered GP from home about treating the flare and preventing the next one.
- Same-day appointments
- eScripts by SMS
- Referrals and pathology
- Private and confidential
What we can help with
Flare treatment
Where appropriate, your GP can prescribe treatment to settle a flare quickly.
Preventing flares
If flares keep coming back, long-term treatment can lower your uric acid.
Uric acid tests
Blood tests to check uric acid, kidney function and more.
Diet and drinks
Practical changes to food, alcohol and sugary drinks that can help.
Repeat scripts
Stable on prevention treatment? Renew from $17.99.
Time off work
A medical certificate if you can't work during a flare.
Talk to a GP from wherever you are.
Book in two minutes and an Australian-registered GP calls you, usually the same day.
- eScripts by SMS
- Referrals by email
When a phone consult works, and when it doesn't
A Teledoc GP can usually help with
- A flare in someone with known gout
- Prevention reviews
- Uric acid and kidney tests
- Repeat scripts
- Medical certificates
See a doctor in person or call 000 if
- A hot, swollen joint with fever or feeling very unwell: see a doctor urgently
- The first time you've had a hot, swollen joint
- A joint that's red, swollen and you can't move it at all
- Gout with kidney problems or kidney stones
- A flare that isn't improving after a few days of treatment
Three simple steps
Book online
Choose a time today or later in the week. It takes about two minutes, with no app or account.
Your GP calls you
An Australian-registered GP calls at your booked time, by phone or video.
Get what you need
eScripts arrive by SMS. Referrals, pathology requests and certificates come by email.
Gout questions
Something else on your mind? Call (07) 3303 0383, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.
- $49GP consultation by phone or video
- $17.99Repeat script renewal, no appointment
Can a GP treat a gout flare by phone?
Often, if you've had gout before and the flare looks typical. Your GP will check your health and medicines and send an eScript where appropriate.
Why do I need to see someone in person for my first flare?
A first hot, swollen joint can sometimes be an infection, which needs urgent examination.
How can I prevent gout?
Some people need long-term treatment to lower uric acid. Cutting back on alcohol, sugary drinks and some foods also helps.
Will I need blood tests?
Usually, to check uric acid and kidney function, especially if you're starting prevention treatment.
Can I renew my gout medicine online?
Yes, if it's been stable for 6 months or more, from $17.99.
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