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Influenza (Flu)
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Influenza (Flu)

Get expert care for your Influenza (Flu) by completing a brief questionnaire and video consult with our medical team.

Licensed providers in all 50 states

Expert-guided, evidence-based treatments

Skip the trip to the doctor's office

Visit options

We'll check any insurance and show you your options before you book.

Video Visit

$25

Est. or $100 w/o insurance

Chat Visit

$30

w/o insurance

Most insurance accepted

Board-certified

No hidden fees

Available nationwide

What to expect from a Influenza (Flu) visit

1

Share your health story

Answer a few questions about your goals and concerns. And, we'll gather your full health history from past providers.

2

Meet your clinician

Pick a time that works for you to speak with a licensed clinician. They'll review your health story beforehand, so your visit can be used to listen and dig deeper.

3

Get your care plan

Leave with clear next steps and a personalized care plan. If you need medication, labs, or to see a specialist, your clinician will take care of the details for you.

4

Own your health

Track your progress, schedule follow-ups, and adjust care as your needs evolve. Your care team and General AI is only a few taps away.

Virtual visit with clinician

Ongoing support, always available.

You’ll be supported by experienced clinicians who care for a wide range of health needs, from everyday concerns to more complex conditions.

Our clinicians track your progress over time and adjust your care as needed. If medication is prescribed, we’ll manage dosing and monitor for side effects. If lab testing is recommended, we review results and refine your plan accordingly. You’re never left to navigate care on your own.

All your care in one place. That’s the General Medicine difference.

We help you understand your options, connect you to the right clinicians, manage prescriptions, coordinate any needed evaluations, and keep an eye on your overall health along the way. It’s comprehensive care that looks at the full picture — your goals, your history, your lifestyle — and makes it simple to move forward with confidence.

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Reasons to book your influenza visit

The flu hits fast — and treatment works best early. This visit confirms the diagnosis and determines whether antiviral medication is the right call for your situation.

You have sudden onset fever, body aches, fatigue, and respiratory symptoms

Symptoms came on rapidly within hours rather than gradually

You're in a high-risk group — older adult, pregnant, or with a chronic condition

You want to know whether Tamiflu or another antiviral is appropriate

You've had the flu for a few days and symptoms aren't improving as expected

You want to make sure this isn't progressing to pneumonia or something more serious

What our customers have to say

“I feel like I’m finally on the right path to improving my health with the right support now! It’s so refreshing and reassuring.”

Emerald

“My experience with General Medicine was amazing. The understanding and care that was taken to figure out what is exactly going on with me. I feel like a weight has been lifted off of me.”

Kaylee

“I couldn’t be happier with my experience with General Medicine! They are fast, responsive, kind and knowledgeable. It is much easier, more affordable and faster.”

Nika

Get the care you need, without the wait.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I have the flu or a cold?

Influenza typically causes abrupt onset of high fever, significant body aches, headache, fatigue, and dry cough — the systemic symptoms are much more prominent than in a typical cold. Cold symptoms are gradual, milder, and predominantly upper respiratory (runny nose, sneezing). Rapid flu tests can confirm influenza when the distinction matters clinically.

Do I need antiviral medication for the flu?

Antivirals — oseltamivir (Tamiflu), baloxavir (Xofluza) — are most effective when started within 48 hours of symptom onset and are recommended for high-risk individuals (elderly, immunocompromised, pregnant, severe illness) or those with complications. They shorten illness duration by approximately 1 day and reduce complication risk.

How long am I contagious with influenza?

Adults with flu are typically contagious from 1 day before symptom onset to 5–7 days after becoming ill. Immunocompromised individuals may shed virus for longer periods. The CDC recommends staying home until fever-free for at least 24 hours without fever-reducing medication.

Should I get the flu vaccine even if I got sick this year?

Yes — annual vaccination is recommended regardless of prior illness, as vaccine strains are updated each year and immunity from natural infection wanes. The vaccine also protects against influenza strains you haven't been exposed to this season. Getting vaccinated while recovered from flu is safe.

What side effects are associated with influenza treatments?

Oseltamivir commonly causes nausea and vomiting — taking with food reduces this. Baloxavir is generally well tolerated. OTC symptom management (NSAIDs, acetaminophen, decongestants) carries standard side effect profiles. Aspirin should be avoided in children with influenza due to Reye's syndrome risk. Influenza (Flu) visit What to expect from a Influenza (Flu) visit
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