Oral Minoxidil Tablets

Minoxidil is an oral prescription vasodilator that is FDA-approved to treat certain cases of severe high blood pressure. At lower doses, clinicians may prescribe oral Minoxidil off-label for hair loss. Studies of low-dose oral Minoxidil suggest it may help increase hair growth in some patients. Because oral Minoxidil for hair loss is an off-label use, your clinician will determine whether it is appropriate for you based on your medical history and treatment goals.

Take your dose of oral Minoxidil at the same time each day, once a day. You may take Minoxidil with or without food, but you may want to try taking it with food if you notice stomach upset after your dose. If you miss a dose and are only off by a few hours, you may go ahead and take your missed dose. However, if you missed a dose and it has been more than a few hours skip your dose and continue on like usual the next day.

The exact mechanism by which oral Minoxidil may support hair growth is not fully understood. Minoxidil is a vasodilator, meaning it relaxes blood vessels. Research suggests that it may also affect the hair-growth cycle and prolong the growth phase of hair follicles.

Store your Minoxidil in a closed container at room temperature in a dry environment. Avoid bathroom storage due to a potentially high humidity environment. Store Minoxidil tablets safely away from pets and children.

Commonly reported side effects of low-dose oral Minoxidil may include increased hair growth on the face or body, lightheadedness or dizziness, headache, increased heart rate, and swelling caused by fluid retention. Oral Minoxidil can also cause serious cardiovascular adverse effects. Seek medical care promptly if you develop chest pain, shortness of breath, fainting, a rapid or unusual heartbeat, significant swelling, or rapid unexplained weight gain. See the Important Safety Info tab for additional risks, precautions, and situations in which oral Minoxidil may not be appropriate.

Individual response and timing vary. When oral Minoxidil is prescribed for hair loss, changes may take a few months to become noticeable. Your clinician can help assess your response over time. Continued treatment may be necessary to maintain any benefit, and hair loss may resume if treatment is stopped.

See the detailed safety information under the Safety Info tab for the product.

Yes, your photographs will help us to accurately view your medical condition and prescribe a medication regimen for you. It is very important that we have clear photographs. Our site is mobile-friendly and simple to upload pictures.

The online visits are typically complimentary. With Strut, you will only pay for the prescription if you qualify after your medical consultation. If after checking out, the healthcare provider identifies that you are not a good candidate for treatment, you will not be charged. If you decide to transfer your prescription at any time to a non-preferred pharmacy of Strut Health, then you will be charged a $40 provider consultation fee to your credit card on file. Customer service can provide additional details.

The cost varies, the price is listed on the product page of the website. Prices at local pharmacies or online are often higher than what we offer. We keep our prices very competitive, as well as offering free visits and shipping.

Your medication will be shipped to you via USPS from a U.S. pharmacy. There is no additional cost for shipping.

Low-dose oral Minoxidil is sometimes prescribed off-label for pattern hair loss. Clinical studies suggest it may improve hair density or growth in some patients, although individual response varies and oral Minoxidil has not been FDA-approved for the treatment of hair loss. Your clinician can determine whether its potential benefits and risks are appropriate for you.

A clinician may consider topical Minoxidil together with low-dose oral Minoxidil for some patients. Especially people who are not achieving their desired results with their current treatments. While taking both forms together is an off-label regimen, your assigned clinician will review your medical history, current health conditions, and treatment goals during your online evaluation to evaluate if a combination plan is safe and suitable for you. Many patients prefer to start with either a topical or an oral treatment before considering a combined routine. If your provider prescribes both oral and topical Minoxidil, it is essential to follow their specific dosing instructions, review all safety and side-effect information, and contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any adverse effects.

Using oral and topical Minoxidil together may increase exposure to the medication and could increase the likelihood of adverse effects such as dizziness, low blood pressure, rapid heart rate, or fluid retention. Your clinician will review your medical history, medications, and cardiovascular risk factors before determining whether combination treatment is appropriate.

Some patients may prefer an oral treatment because they find daily topical application difficult or inconvenient, experience scalp irritation with topical products, or have not achieved their desired response with topical treatment alone. Oral Minoxidil also has different systemic risks than topical Minoxidil, so your clinician will determine which option is appropriate based on your medical history, preferences, and treatment goals.