Minoxidil 2.5mg tablets

Minoxidil works by stimulating the blood vessels on the scalp allowing nutrient delivery therefore it helps aid the process of regrowing new hairs.

You can buy Minoxidil tablets at Oxford Online Pharmacy for £44.99. Boots Online Pharmacy does not offer Minoxidil tablets for male pattern baldness.

*Prices are as of 31.07.24 and subject to change.

You should notice the effects of Minoxidil tablets after 2 months of taking them, however, it could take between 4 and 6 months to start noticing your hair growing and becoming thicker.

If you suffer from female pattern hair loss we suggest trying the Regaine for women solutionor the Regaine for women extra strength foam first. The solution contains Minoxidil 2%, the foam 5% Minoxidil and both can be bought without a prescription.

If the solution hasn't worked you should contact your doctor who will decide whether Minoxidil tablets are the best course of treatment for you.

Minoxidil and Finasteride tablets have no known interactions and are generally safe to be taken together, this will be down to what your doctor thinks is the best and safest course of treatment for you.

At Oxford Online Pharmacy you could consider our all-in-one hair loss solution which contains Finasteride, Minoxidil and Tretinoin.

Using these 3 active ingredients together should help enhance your hair growth results.

Once you stop treatment, your hair will ultimately go back to how it was before. While your hair won't all fall out as soon as you stop, over time the effects will wear off and you will start to notice the symptoms of hair loss as you did before. Therefore, Minoxidil tablets should be taken long-term.

Minoxidil tablets, capsules, solution and foam can be purchased online from Oxford Online Pharmacy. If it's a prescription online product, our online doctor service can help by offering a free consultation and if approved, your medicine will be delivered to the address of your choosing.

When you first start using Minoxidil tablets your hair may shed as it speeds up the resting phase of your hair so sometimes it falls out more quickly than it normally would.

Minoxidil in a low dose can be taken by women for hair loss, although, these Minoxidil tablets are not available for women.

If you are a female experiencing hair loss you should always consult a doctor before starting treatment as there could be many reasons causing it. You can find more information on our dedicated blog article.

Women with female pattern hair loss could consider purchasing Regaine solution for women or Nourkrin women tablets.

These tablets can be taken with or without food. Consult your doctor to determine if any of your other medications should be taken concurrently. Taking the medicine at approximately the same time every day is crucial for its effectiveness. Doing so will yield the best results.

One side effect of Minoxidil is excessive hair growth on the face and body therefore it may help stimulate beard growth.

Minoxidil tablets can be taken with or without food. If you experience any stomach upset, it is advisable to take them with food.

Oral minoxidil typically induces a temporary surge in hair growth for the majority of users. Both men and women may experience hair becoming longer and darker. The initial effects may be observed on the face a few weeks after commencing minoxidil treatment. Subsequently, new hair growth may become evident on the back, arms, legs, and scalp.

To minimize the chances of experiencing dizziness or fainting, particularly for older patients, avoid getting up rapidly from a sitting or standing position. Alcohol consumption can intensify dizziness, flushing, and rapid heartbeats. Hence, it is advisable to refrain from drinking alcoholic beverages. Additionally, you may also experience dryness in your mouth.

Oral minoxidil does not offer a permanent solution as it ceases to be effective against hair loss once you discontinue its use. The effects of oral minoxidil are only sustained while you are taking the medication. If you stop the treatment, it is likely that any hair growth achieved through the medication will be lost.

During the course of minoxidil treatment, it is recommended to weigh yourself daily. A weight increase of 2 to 3 pounds (approximately 1 kg) in adults is considered normal and is expected to be shed with ongoing treatment.

Oral minoxidil serves as a durable remedy for hair loss conditions like androgenetic alopecia, telogen effluvium, and alopecia areata, as long as the medication is consistently taken. When administered at low dosages, oral minoxidil can be safely taken over an extended period to sustain the strengthening effects on the hair.

Results from oral minoxidil may take 6-9 months to become evident, which means patients may not know its efficacy until several months have passed. However, the Minoxidil Response Test can determine its effectiveness within 7-14 days, providing early confirmation of whether the treatment will work for a patient.