Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Sexually transmitted infections (or STIs) are communicable diseases which can be passed between individuals via sexual intercourse. Typically, they are transmitted through semen or vaginal fluid during unprotected sex (without a barrier contraceptive, such as a condom) or through genital contact.

Many people are diagnosed with STIs each year – in 2012, almost half a million new cases were reported in the UK alone. There a number of different types of STI, the treatments for which may vary.

If you have had unprotected sex and think you may have been exposed to an STI, it is important to seek medical advice immediately and get tested. Some STIs may appear symptomless, but they can cause serious lasting damage if left untreated.

Undoubtedly, the best way to prevent exposure to STIs is to practice safe sex. But, if you think you may be suffering from an infection, Express Doctor may be able to help you get the treatment you need. We offer a confidential online consultation and prescription service, along with a range of medicines to treat certain infections. We also stock a number of medications which can help to treat recurring problems, such as vaginal thrush or herpes.

Zovirax

Zovirax is an anti-viral medication used primarily to treat herpes infections. It is a brand of Aciclovir, and has also shown to be effective in combatting chickenpox and shingles.

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Warticon

This medication is a cream which contains podophyllotoxin (PPT), an effective agent in treating both male and female cases of genital warts.

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Valtrex

Valtrex is an effective anti-viral treatment used to treat variations of herpes infections.

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Terbinafine

Lamasil is a brand of Terbinafine, which is an agent used to treat various fungal infections.

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Tarivid

This product is a tablet medication used to treat a number of bacterial infections.

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Nystan

This product is an oral suspension fluid containing the anti-fungal agent Nystatin.

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Metronidazole

Flagyl is a brand of Metronidazole, which is a versatile antibiotic, used to treat various forms of bacterial infections and parasites.

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Famvir

Famvir is an antiviral treatment containing Famciclovir, and is used to combat herpes infections (HSV).

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Erythromycin

Erythromycin is a macrolide antibiotic, with a versatile range of uses. It has been used to treat numerous bacterial infections within the body.

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Diflucan

This product is an anti-fungal treatment. It contains fluconazole, an agent which fights infections caused by fungi and yeasts such as candida, and may affect various parts of the body.

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