Hair Loss

There are two main medications used to treat hair loss: finasteride and minoxidil. Finasteride is FDA-approved to treat hair loss, while minoxidil is often used "off-label," which means healthcare providers prescribe it even though it was originally made for other health issues. Some men prefer oral minoxidil because it has a lower risk of sexual side effects than finasteride. Since these two medications work in different ways, your healthcare provider will look at your medical history and your personal preferences to help you decide which treatment is the best and safest fit for your lifestyle.

Common side effects of this medicine can include low blood pressure, headaches, and swelling in the legs. Some people also notice extra hair growing on their face or body. It is important to review all safety information and talk to a healthcare provider about what to expect. Full safety information.

Some studies suggest that tretinoin enhances absorption of minoxidil. Some of those studies include the following: link and link.

Compounding is the process of creating a customized medication to meet the specific needs of a patient. Lemonaid Health works with state-licensed compounding pharmacies to offer compounded medication.

We recommend not using other products that contain topical finasteride, minoxidil, or tretinoin at the same time. Otherwise, yes you can use other hair care products. Let the spray dry fully before applying other hair products.

The active ingredients are minoxidil 5%, finasteride 0.3% and tretinoin 0.015%. The inactive ingredients are propylene glycol and ethyl alcohol.

You can generally begin to see results in 3–6 months. Initial shedding is normal and should stop as new hair grows, but you must continue the treatment to keep your progress. If you see no change after 6 months, talk to your healthcare provider about next steps.

Hair loss, medically known as alopecia, is a commonly diagnosed disorder. The most common cause of hair loss is androgenic alopecia. It’s a process driven by genetics and hormones that causes hair follicles to become smaller over time. As a result, new hair may appear a little thinner or more delicate. This typically begins with subtle changes around the temples or a thinning spot at the top of the head. While some might notice these changes during their late teens, others may not see any shifts until much later in life.

Our hair loss service provides you with a convenient and affordable way to manage your male pattern baldness, and empowers you to do so appropriately and safely. 

You can get the care and advice you need online without having to go to a traditional doctor’s office. Our medical team can prescribe treatment that’s effective at slowing and even reversing male pattern baldness.

'Androgenetic alopecia' is the medical term for male pattern baldness and is the most common form of hair loss in men. Male pattern baldness is caused by changes that result from your genes and hormones. 

We offer two types of treatment for male pattern baldness. Finasteride (generic Propecia®) is an oral medication that is effective at slowing and even reversing male pattern baldness. Minoxidil (active ingredient found in Rogaine®) is a topical treatment applied to the scalp that slows hair loss and promotes regrowth at the crown and middle of the head.

Our doctors and nurse practitioners can treat male pattern baldness based on your history, symptoms, and through the photos you submit. Our medical team follows strict guidelines to make sure we only treat you when it's safe and appropriate to do so. It’s important that you answer our questions fully and truthfully, and read any information we provide.

If, for any reason, our doctor or nurse practitioner thinks it’s not safe to treat you, we’ll ask you to see a healthcare provider in person.

1. Create a Lemonaid Health Account. 
2. Complete our simple health questionnaire.
3. Upload photographs of your hair loss from different angles. 
4. Save your payment information - we won’t charge your card until after your consultation. Many HSA/FSA cards can be used at checkout. 
5. Complete a short consultation with a Lemonaid Health doctor or nurse practitioner. A phone call may be required depending on your state.

Our medical team will then determine if treatment with medication is safe and appropriate for you.  

If we prescribe hair loss treatment, we can ship your medication directly to you from our own Lemonaid Pharmacy. Shipping is discreet, fast and free. Alternatively, our medical team can send the prescription electronically to your local pharmacy.

There are risks and benefits to taking any medication. It’s important to answer our health questionnaire fully and truthfully so that our providers can help you make an informed decision about whether the benefits of a medication outweigh the potential risks. 

The medications we prescribe are effective when used correctly. Please read the information we provide in your treatment plan to learn more about the risks and benefits of treatment.

Finasteride is generally safe but it can also cause serious side effects, including but not limited to allergic reaction, breast cancer, sexual dysfunction, and high-grade prostate cancer.

Risk of sexual dysfunction increases with age and can include erectile dysfunction, decreased libido, ejaculatory disorders and reduced sperm count.

Women of childbearing age shouldn't take finasteride or touch broken tablets, as finasteride can cause birth defects.