Reclaim Your Hair With Oral Minoxidil

Oral minoxidil is prescribed in low doses to treat hair loss and in high doses to treat hypertension. Hair loss dose is usually around 2.5mg, taken once daily.

Oral minoxidil is prescribed off-label to treat hair loss when topical minoxidil is not the best option. There are a few situations when your doctor may suggest trying oral minoxidil instead:

• • Rash, irritation, or allergy from topical minoxidil
• • No results after 6 months of topical minoxidil
• • Issues with sticking to using topical minoxidil as prescribed

When taken at low doses for hair loss treatment, oral minoxidil is generally well-tolerated. However, as with any medication, some users may experience side effects. The most common side effects of oral minoxidil include:

• • Hair growth on the face and body
• • Swollen ankles
• • Low blood pressure
• • Fast heart rate
• • Headaches

Let your doctor know if any worrisome or persistent side effects develop.

Oral minoxidil starts working immediately. However, hair growth is a slow process, so it will typically take 3 to 6 months of use before you start to notice any visible changes to your hair. This timeline is similar to topical minoxidil.

Yes. Although low strength topical minoxidil can be purchased over the counter, oral minoxidil requires a prescription from a doctor.

Oral minoxidil was originally approved by the FDA to treat high blood pressure. However, some doctors prescribe it off-label to treat hair loss. Because oral minoxidil can affect your blood pressure and heart rate, a doctor needs to evaluate your symptoms and medical history to determine an appropriate dosage for you.

If you've had success with minoxidil and have seen your hair regrow and thicken up, the key is to keep using it consistently to maintain your results. Minoxidil is not a cure for hair loss but rather a long-term treatment. Once you stop taking minoxidil, your hair follicles will likely revert back to their previous state within a few months, and you will start losing hair again.

No, minoxidil should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

The good news is that pregnancy hormones work in your favor for fuller, thicker hair. More hair remains in the anagen (growth) phase rather than transitioning to the telogen (resting) phase. The result is improved hair density for many women.

Yes. During your treatment, your doctor will conduct monthly check-ins to see how your treatment is progressing. During these check-ins, feel free to discuss any questions, concerns, or dosage adjustments.

If you decide to stop using minoxidil for any reason, you are free to cancel your treatment plan at any time before your most recent order ships. Our hair loss program does not require you to sign any long-term contracts or commitments. You can simply reach out to our customer service team to cancel your current order or skip refilling your prescription before your next shipment is sent out.