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  • Oral minoxidil is often prescribed off-label for hair loss.
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Table of Content:


What is oral minoxidil? | What is minoxidil used for? | Minoxidil brand names | How to get minoxidil? | Get a prescription for oral minoxidil | How does minoxidil work? | Benefits | Warnings and precautions | Side effects | How to use minoxidil? | Minoxidil and other medications | Minoxidil prescription faq


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what is oral minoxidil medication

What is oral minoxidil?

Oral minoxidil was originally a medication approved by the FDA for the  treatment of high blood pressure. However, when studies revealed that it caused hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth) in 60 to 80% of patients taking the medication, the pharmaceutical manufacturer began clinical trials for hair loss1.

The use of oral minoxidil for hair loss is becoming extremely popular among patients and providers since it is possible to obtain the desired hair growth results with a low dose (0.25-2.5 mg/day) while keeping adverse side effects at bay.

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Types of hair loss treated with oral minoxidil

A low dose of oral minoxidil is used as an off-label treatment2 for different types of hair loss in men and women such as

Androgenetic alopecia

Alopecia areata

Female pattern hair loss

Chronic telogen effluvium

Brand names of oral minoxidil

  • Loniten
  • Minodyl
  • Minoxidil HTN
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How to get oral minoxidil?

Do you need a prescription to buy oral minoxidil?

Yes, oral minoxidil is available only with a prescription, so you must consult with a healthcare provider, preferably a dermatologist. Minoxidil is not sold over the counter.

How to get an oral minoxidil prescription online?

To request a prescription for oral minoxidil, you can start an online consultation with a dermatologist via Miiskin. If oral minoxidil is medically appropriate for you, they will prescribe it for you. You can then either purchase it online or in-person at a pharmacy of your choice.

Where to buy oral minoxidil?
After having getting your prescription through Miiskin you can then buy oral minoxidil at a local or online pharmacy.

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Get a prescription for oral minoxidil

  1. Select “Start consultation” to sign up.
  2. Fill out the consultation form.
  3. An independent dermatologist will prescribe minoxidil to you, if medically appropriate.
  4. Purchase minoxidil from the pharmacy of your choice.
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Process to getting a prescription for minoxidil
Through a photo-based virtual consultation, you can connect with a dermatologist by using the Miiskin platform. After evaluating your case, if the dermatologist confirms that oral minoxidil is the right choice for you, the dermatologist will send a prescription to the pharmacy of your choice.

Oral Minoxidil Explained

How does oral minoxidil work?

Hair follicle growth is a cyclic process that goes through three phases: growth (anagen), transition (catagen), and rest (telogen). During each cycle, there are periods of rapid hair growth followed by periods of no growth, which are caused by signals that lead to cell death3.

Minoxidil works by decreasing the rest phase, or telogen phase, of the hair growth cycle, while also prolonging the growth phase, or anagen phase. As a result, hair stays in a growing phase for a longer period, leading to increased length, thickness, and scalp coverage4.

Moreover, Minoxidil has the additional effect of expanding blood vessels in the scalp, enhancing blood supply to hair follicles. This could also boost the availability of essential nutrients, promoting hair regrowth5.
Studies have shown promising results exploring the use of low-dose oral minoxidil for the treatment of alopecia6 7 8.

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Benefits of Oral Minoxidil

suitable for everyone

Suitable for people who didn’t respond to other treatments

extremely powerful medication

Highly effective

appropriate for both genders

Can be used by men and women

promotes the growth of hair

Stimulates hair growth

slows the loss of hair

Slows down hair loss

compatible with topical minoxidil

It can be combined with topical minoxidil

Warnings and Side Effects

Warning and precautions when using oral minoxidil

Oral minoxidil cannot be used by people with heart disease and may be prescribed with a diuretic to reduce water retention or a beta blocker (a medication that reduces the workload of the heart) to prevent reflex tachycardia. There is also a risk of developing pericardial effusion that may progress to cardiac tamponade and angina pectoris exacerbation with oral minoxidil9. 

During the course of this medication, it is advisable to keep track of your pulse rate and blood pressure. Seek advice from your online dermatologist if you notice any changes. Additionally, it is suggested that you regularly weigh yourself while taking the medication and notify your healthcare provider if you gain more than 5 pounds or notice any swelling in your feet or legs10. 

Do not take oral minoxidil with other medicines for appetite control, asthma, colds, cough, hay fever, or sinus problems, since they may tend to increase your blood pressure.

Side effects of oral minoxidil

  • Lower blood pressure
  • Water retention
  • Headaches and dizziness
  • Palpitations and chest pain
  • Swelling around the eyes, feet or lower legs
  • Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth)
  • Insomnia11

Furthermore, remember that if the minoxidil has expired or been open for a long time, you should not take it. Explore in-depth information about minoxidil and its expiration date in this article “Does minoxidil have an expiration date?“

What patients say about Miiskin

Very happy with this service. Quick and easy. With someone with not the greatest insurance and super busy. This was perfect. Got my prescription next day and great advice for my condition.

Marcus Liniarski,
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I had a great experience with Miiskin – I was able to get my prescription very quickly and their app is easy to use. It was very convenient and their team is very responsive. I highly recommend them and will likely use them in the future for other skin issues.

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What a technology! I was very impressed by the speed of communication with a doctor using the Miiskin app. Losing my hair has been my biggest concern, but I didn’t have the courage to reveal my bald spot to a doctor in person. Miiskin solved all my issues instantly. I just took a photo in my own room, uploaded it, and wrote about my concerns. That’s it. The best part is that without insurance, the consultation fee was much lower than any health insurance. I submitted my photo at midnight and received a prescription the very next morning. The doctor at Miiskin was very professional and empathetic, which really helped ease my emotional distress. Although I’m just at the beginning stage of my treatment and haven’t seen significant results yet, I feel reassured and supported. I will definitely upload my progress in 3 to 4 months to show my appreciation for the prescription from Miiskin.

Jiyeon Kang,
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My dermatologist was extremely quick, reviewed my consultation request within 2hrs and I had my Rx the next day! The Miiskin team also responds within minutes and are very polite and communicated concisely. I’ll never make a in person appointment again after experiencing this outstanding and affordable telehealth service!

Dion H,
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Quick response from the dermatologist — I wanted a fast turnaround for a skin concern that would be more immediate than going through health insurance, making an appointment, traveling to the doctor.

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Understanding Oral Minoxidil Usage

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How to use minoxidil?

Minoxidil is most commonly prescribed in 2.5 mg tablets for hair loss.

A common starting dose for hair loss may vary between (0.25 mg – 2.5 mg) per day. You can get a tablet cutter from your pharmacy and cut a 2.5 mg tablet into quarters or halves to get to the desired dose; however, the optimal dose for hair loss is not entirely clear and you and your online dermatologist may be required to test different doses to find the one that suits your needs. For men, a slightly higher dose may sometimes be required.

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Medications that can be combined with oral minoxidil

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Topical minoxidil and oral minoxidil can be used together to increase efficacy.

finasteride

Oral finasteride has a very different mechanism of action as it blocks the effect of androgens on hair follicles in androgenic alopecia, therefore they can be used in combination.

dutasteride

Oral dutasteride works quite similarly to finasteride but it is more effective, therefore it can be combined with oral minoxidil.

Medications that cannot be combined with oral minoxidil

nitroglycerin medication

Nitroglycerin: Minoxidil can increase the vasodilatory effects of nitroglycerin, which can lead to a significant drop in blood pressure.

calcium channel blockers medications

Calcium channel blockers: these medications are used to reduce blood pressure and since minoxidil lowers blood pressure it is not advisable to combine these drugs.

medications ace inhibitors

ACE inhibitors: these medications are used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure, therefore it is not advisable to use them in combination with oral minoxidil.

Provider & Prescription Information

Miiskin connects patients with independent dermatologists who provide care through their own private practices. Miiskin does not employ dermatologists and does not sell or distribute medications. Any prescriptions issued by the dermatologists can be filled at third-party pharmacies of the patient’s choice.

Got more questions about getting an oral minoxidil prescription online?

Can you get oral minoxidil over the counter (OTC)?

No. Minoxidil is not available over the counter (OTC). You need a doctor’s prescription.

How to get oral minoxidil?

We can put you in touch with an independent online dermatologist. If minoxidil is suitable for you the doctor can write you a prescription after a short photo-based virtual consultation.

Do you need a prescription to get oral minoxidil?

Yes. Oral minoxidil is a prescription medication which means you need to have a consultation with a healthcare professional and it cannot be purchased over-the-counter (OTC). Oral minoxidil is taken orally (by mouth) in a low dose for the treatment of hair loss.

How can you get a prescription for oral minoxidil?

You can have a virtual, photo-based consultation with a healthcare provider via the Miiskin app, and if they deem it adequate, you can pick up your minoxidil tablets at the pharmacy of your choice.

Downloading the Miiskin app is free of charge, however, the price of the virtual, photo-based consultation depends on each healthcare provider and it doesn’t include the medications. The consultation price starts at only $39 for returning patients and $59 for new patients.

How long will it take to get a prescription for oral minoxidil?

A photo consultation with a dermatologist through Miiskin takes less than two business days to be evaluated, most often it’s done within 24 hours.

How/when will you get your minoxidil?

You can pick up your minoxidil at the pharmacy of your choice after your online dermatologist has reviewed your case and medically assessed that a minoxidil prescription is right for you.

References:
1https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32516434/
2https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32516434/
3https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK499948/
4https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/19/3/691#:~:text=It%20has%20been%20reported%20that,cells%20%5B13%2C15%5D
5https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6691938/
6https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0190962221004187
7https://www.aad.org/dw/dw-insights-and-inquiries/archive/2022/low-dose-oral-minoxidil-alopecia
8https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7649170/
9https://www.pdr.net/drug-summary/?drugLabelId=Minoxidil-minoxidil-774
10https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/minoxidil-oral-route/precautions/drg-20068757
11https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0190962221004187

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