Minoxidil foam (5%)

Minoxidil foam (5%) is an FDA-approved over-the-counter topical medication that is applied directly to the scalp.

While the exact mechanism is unknown, it is thought that minoxidil foam (5%) increases blood flow to your hair follicles wherever applied, helping to improve hair health, reduce hair loss and boost regrowth.

When used consistently and as directed, minoxidil foam (5%) can show results in as little as 4-6 months.

It’s important to apply minoxidil to dry hair once a day or as directed by your Nurx provider. If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses. This medicine must be used on a regular basis for your hair to regrow. It may take 4 to 6 months of regular use before you notice any improvement. It is important to continue to use this product to maintain regrowth of hair. Once you stop using it, the regrown hair will usually fall out within 3 months. Do not get this medicine in your eyes, nose, mouth, or on other sensitive areas. If you do, rinse off with plenty of cool tap water. Always wash your hands after use. Do not apply if your scalp is cut, scraped, or sunburned. While it is uncommon, some people may notice changes in hair color or texture after using this medicine. Keep out of the reach of children. Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Some products may be flammable. Keep away from heat, fire or flame. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

Before beginning treatment with minoxidil foam (5%), it’s important to let your provider know if any of the below apply to you:
-Sudden or patchy hair loss
-Sudden onset of increased hair shedding
-Loss of hair in other areas (e.g. eyebrows, eyelashes, etc.)
-Unknown reason for hair loss
-Your scalp is red, inflamed, infected, or painful
-An unusual or allergic reaction to minoxidil, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breastfeeding

Side effects that you should report to your provider or healthcare professional as soon as possible include chest pain or palpitations, dizziness or fainting, skin rash, blisters, or itching, sudden weight gain, and/or swelling of the hands or feet. Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your provider or healthcare professional if they continue or are bothersome) include headache, redness/irritation/itching at the site of application, and/or unusual hair growth on the face, arm, or back. This list may not describe all possible side effects. Talk to your provider for medical advice about side effects.

Interactions are not expected. Do not use any other medicines on the scalp without first asking a healthcare professional. In your health assessment, it’s important that you share all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use so a Nurx medical provider can determine any possible interactions.

This medication can be purchased over-the-counter and does not require a prescription.

Consultation
Anyone who requests hair loss treatment will be charged an $80 consultation fee. Please note that at this time, we do not submit claims to insurance for the medical consult fee.

Medication
Medication prices for hair loss treatment range from $18-$60 for a three-month supply, and are not covered by insurance. Shipping is always free.

Support Fee
Nurx will charge a flat $3 support fee each month one or more of your orders are processed. This fee covers your unlimited, on-demand access to our customer care team as well as certain processing fees. This fee will only be charged once in any month, even if you have multiple orders processed that month. This fee applies whether the order is filled through Nurx or at your local pharmacy. If your order is filled via Nurx, the support fee is billed at the time of fulfillment. If your prescription is sent to a local pharmacy, a support fee will be applied at that time. In the future, the support fee will be applied on a cadence that matches your medication refill cadence.

These medications are not covered by insurance and are only available with out-of-pocket pricing.