Question 1

What Is D-Mannose Used For?

Accepted Answer

Wisp's D-Mannose capsules are specially formulated to attach to UTI-causing bacteria and help flush them from your system. D-Mannose can be used alongside your UTI antibiotics for treatment, or taken before activities known to cause a UTI in order to prevent infection altogether. Stay in the game and kick UTI symptoms to the curb for good.*

Question 2

What is D-Mannose?

Accepted Answer

D-Mannose is a naturally-occurring simple sugar that is closely related to glucose. You can find it in high amounts in apples, oranges, peaches, and some berries like blueberries and our old friend, the cranberry. It’s easy to access and safe to consume which would make it a preferable alternative to preventative antibiotics for those of us who struggle with chronic or recurrent UTI symptoms.

Question 3

Are there side effects to D-Mannose?

Accepted Answer

D-Mannose is a type of fruit sugar, so some people do experience D-Mannose side effects like bloating, loose stools, and diarrhea. At very high doses, there are concerns that D-Mannose could harm the kidneys since it is excreted through your urine—always follow the directions on the product label when taking any type of supplement to avoid adverse effects.

Question 4

How much D-Mannose do I take for a UTI?

Accepted Answer

One round of wisp's D-Mannose treatment dose consists of taking 5 capsules daily for 3 days to help flush bacteria from your urinary tract and prep you to fight off infection naturally. Our D-Mannose capsules offer the strongest protection on the market, with 3000mg of D-Mannose in each serving. Most other brands only contain 600-2000mg per serving - not quite the preventative punch you need. Each bottle of wisp's D-Mannose contains 45 capsules (enough for 3 rounds of treatment) so you have a lil extra for when you need it. Remember: wisp's D-Mannose treatment is meant to prevent UTIs, not cure them. If you have an active infection, you can order UTI antibiotics for same-day pick-up from your pharmacy.

Question 5

Will D-Mannose cure a UTI?

Accepted Answer

It’s important to remember that D-Mannose isn’t a UTI cure or a magic pill. It’s still possible for you to get a UTI and if your symptoms progress, or you feel nauseous or feverish, be sure to pick up prescription antibiotics for treatment. A UTI can turn into a kidney infection if left untreated, so don’t ignore your symptoms if they don’t go away.

Question 6

Does D-Mannose actually work?

Accepted Answer

The research is still in its early stages, but scientists have seen promising results. A 2013 study with a sample size of 308 women compared D-Mannose to nitrofurantoin, an antibiotic commonly used to treat and prevent UTIs in patients who get them often. The researchers found D-Mannose worked about as well as the antibiotic for preventing UTIs over a 6-month period.
Similarly, a 2014 study compared D-Mannose to the antibiotic trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole for the treatment and prevention of frequent UTIs in 60 women. D-mannose reduced UTI symptoms in women with an active infection and was more effective than the antibiotic for preventing additional infections. While the research is ongoing, D-Mannose has certainly be shown to be safe to take and is worth a try if you’re someone who always finds themselves with that “gotta go” feeling!

Question 7

Is it safe to take D-Mannose during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

D-Mannose is not recommended during pregnancy, as high doses of mannose may lead to birth defects.

Question 8

Is D-Mannose the same as cranberry?

Accepted Answer

Cranberries are a natural source of D-Mannose, but they do not contain enough D-Mannose to be effective against UTI-causing bacteria. Taking D-Mannose in capsule form delivers the active ingredient much more efficiently to help prevent UTIs.

Question 9

Why is D-Mannose only for delivery?

Accepted Answer

Our D-Mannose is compounded in our specialty pharmacy and is not available at local pharmacies. Once your order is processed, your package will leave our pharmacy within 24 hours and arrive at your doorstep in 3-5 days.

Question 10

Do you accept insurance?

Accepted Answer

Wisp does not currently accept insurance for consultation or prescription costs. Our services are priced based on the cost of subscription and one-time purchase amount and vary based on the needs of each patient. The medication cost is included in our prices when shipped from our pharmacy. Wisp Care access, included with subscription, is priced to provide access for anyone who needs access to a doctor regardless of insurance. If you have insurance, depending on your plan, it may be possible to bill insurance specifically for your meds if you choose same-day pick up at the pharmacy.

Question 11

Can I pay for Wisp with FSA & HSA?

Accepted Answer

Yes! At checkout you will be able to enter a Credit Card and your FSA or HSA card.

D-Mannose Capsules