Thicker, fuller hair, medically guided.
Prescription hair-loss treatment for men and women: finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride in oral, dissolvable, and topical forms, matched to your stage of hair loss by our providers at our Sarasota and Englewood clinics.
- In-person, provider-supervised care, not a faceless app
- Oral tablets, dissolvable tablets, and topical solutions
- Most people see early changes in 3 to 6 months, best results by around 12
Prescription treatments require an in-clinic evaluation. Individual results vary.
Where are you today? Tap your stage.
Hair loss comes in many forms and each has a matching approach. Your consultation confirms the stage and the plan.
Get your custom hair plan
Nine quick questions about your pattern, history, and health. We match a medication and format to your stage, then you bring the plan to your free in-clinic consultation.
- Illustrated pattern picker, no guessing
- Safety screening built in
- Your plan on screen right away; email it to yourself if you like
Educational, not a prescription. Nothing is ordered until you are evaluated in the clinic.
The process to fuller hair
Prescription treatment guided by our providers, with a plan built around your stage of hair loss.
Provider consultation
Meet in person. We review your pattern, health history, and goals, and stage your hair loss so treatment starts at the right intensity.
Customized plan
Your prescription is prepared for you by a licensed U.S. pharmacy, oral, topical, or both, and shipped by the pharmacy or picked up, typically within a few days.
Ongoing support
Progress photos, follow-up visits, and dose adjustments from the same team, plus a direct line for questions between visits.
See growth and keep it
Use your treatment daily. Early thickening is typical by months 3 to 6, with the fullest results by around month 12. Staying on the plan keeps what you regrow.
Why it takes months, and why that is normal
Hair grows in cycles. Pattern hair loss comes from an inherited sensitivity to DHT, a hormone that gradually shortens the growth phase and shrinks follicles until they stop producing visible hair.
DHT blockers protect the follicles you have. Minoxidil extends the growth phase and improves blood flow. Because each follicle has to cycle through rest and shed before it regrows, a temporary shed in weeks 2 to 8 is common, and results show up over months.
Your first twelve months, to scale
Typical ranges from published research; your provider tracks your progress with photos at each follow-up.
Approximate DHT reduction in published studies. *Ranges of roughly 90 to 98% are reported for dutasteride. Individual response varies.
Three medications. Three ways to take them.
Every option is prescribed only after your in-clinic evaluation, then personalized to your stage. Pricing is confirmed at your consultation.
Blocks the type II enzyme that converts testosterone to DHT, lowering scalp DHT by roughly 70%. Oral finasteride is FDA-approved for male pattern hair loss; dissolvable and topical forms are compounded.
FDA-approvedOral tablet
One small daily pill. The most-studied hair loss routine.
- Early results in 3 to 4 months, best around 12
- Sexual side effects reported in roughly 2 to 4% of men, usually resolving after stopping
Fast-dissolveDissolvable tablet
Melts in your mouth, no water, easy to stay consistent while traveling.
- Results build over 3 to 12 months of daily use
- Same safety profile as the oral tablet
Applied to scalpTopical solution
Applied where you are thinning to lower DHT locally with less whole-body exposure; often compounded with minoxidil in one step.
- Visible changes typically in 3 to 6 months
- Lower systemic exposure; a common choice after oral side effects
Increases blood flow to the follicle and extends the growth (anagen) phase. Topical 5% minoxidil is FDA-approved for hair loss; low-dose oral and dissolvable forms are prescribed off-label.
Doctor prescribedOral tablet, low dose
A once-daily low-dose pill for full-scalp coverage without a topical routine.
- No residue, no twice-a-day application
- A brief shed in weeks 2 to 8 is expected
- Blood pressure is checked and monitored
Fast-dissolveDissolvable tablet
Dissolves under the tongue in about 20 seconds for consistent absorption.
- Regrowth typically over 3 to 6 months
- An option for sensitive stomachs
FDA-approved 5%Topical solution
The original FDA-approved regrowth topical, applied to thinning areas twice daily.
- Prescription-strength concentrations available
- Regrowth in 3 to 6 months with consistent use
- Temporary shed in weeks 2 to 8 is normal
Blocks both type I and type II enzymes, lowering DHT by about 90% or more in published studies. FDA-approved for enlarged prostate; prescribed off-label for hair loss when finasteride is not enough.
Strongest optionOral tablet
The step-up when finasteride plateaus; long-acting, taken daily under supervision.
- Shedding slows around month 3; regrowth over months 6 to 12
- Five-week half-life keeps levels steady
- Not for women who are or may become pregnant
Fast-dissolveDissolvable tablet
Maximum DHT-blocking strength in a dissolvable form.
- Gradual, compounding results over 6 to 12 months
- Often chosen for finasteride plateaus
Applied to scalpTopical solution
Dutasteride-level DHT blocking at the scalp with less systemic exposure; often compounded with minoxidil.
- Best results with 6 to 12 months of consistent use
- Combination formulas available
Pairing a DHT blocker with minoxidil protects existing hair while stimulating new growth, and in studies the combination generally outperforms either alone.
Side effects and safety
DHT blockers
- Finasteride and dutasteride: sexual side effects reported in roughly 2 to 4% of men, usually resolving after stopping
- Mood changes and breast tenderness are reported less often
- Not used by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant; tablets should not be handled by them
- Can lower PSA readings; tell your physician before prostate screening
Minoxidil
- Topical: scalp irritation, dryness, or itching; unwanted hair where it drips
- Oral low dose: fluid retention, faster heartbeat, dizziness, or extra body hair in some people; blood pressure is monitored
- A temporary shed in weeks 2 to 8 is expected as follicles reset
Tell us first if you
- Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy
- Have heart or blood pressure conditions
- Take blood pressure medicines or have had prostate treatment
- Had side effects on a hair medicine before
- Have scalp conditions or recent procedures
Frequently asked questions
What causes hair loss?
The most common cause is male or female pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia), an inherited sensitivity to DHT that gradually shrinks follicles until they stop producing visible hair. Other causes, such as thyroid or iron issues, are ruled out at your consultation, sometimes with labs.
How fast will I see results?
Most people notice early changes in 3 to 6 months, with best results around 12 months. Hair grows in slow cycles, so consistency matters more than anything else.
Oral, dissolvable, or topical: which is best for me?
It depends on your preferences, health history, and stage. Some prefer a daily tablet; others want topical delivery with less systemic exposure. The quiz above gives a starting point, and your provider matches the format to you at your consultation.
Is the shedding phase normal?
Yes. A temporary increase in shedding around weeks 2 to 8, especially with minoxidil, is common and typically lasts a few weeks. Follicles are cycling out old hairs to make room for new growth.
Are these treatments for women too?
Yes, we treat female pattern hair loss. Finasteride and dutasteride are not used by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, and tablets should not be handled by them. Minoxidil options are often the starting point; your provider reviews safe choices.
Are these FDA-approved?
Oral finasteride and topical minoxidil are FDA-approved for hair loss. Oral minoxidil, dutasteride for hair loss, dissolvable forms, and compounded combinations are prescribed off-label when clinically appropriate. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved.
Do I have to keep using it?
Yes. These medications maintain results while you use them; stopping typically reverses gains within 3 to 12 months. We build a routine you can keep.
Can I start the same day as my consultation?
Often, yes. If your provider confirms treatment is appropriate, your prescription is sent to the pharmacy at that visit; some products may be available to take home the same day.
Is the consultation really free?
Yes. The consultation is free; medication and any labs are priced at your visit before anything is ordered. See the notice below about free services in Florida.
Ready to regrow?
Book a free consultation, walk in, or call either clinic. Products and prescriptions may be available the same visit when appropriate.
THE PATIENT AND ANY OTHER PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT HAS A RIGHT TO REFUSE TO PAY, CANCEL PAYMENT, OR BE REIMBURSED FOR PAYMENT FOR ANY OTHER SERVICE, EXAMINATION, OR TREATMENT THAT IS PERFORMED AS A RESULT OF AND WITHIN 72 HOURS OF RESPONDING TO THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR THE FREE, DISCOUNTED FEE, OR REDUCED FEE SERVICE, EXAMINATION, OR TREATMENT.
Prescription hair-loss medications are provided only when medically appropriate following an in-person evaluation by a qualified provider. Oral finasteride and topical minoxidil are FDA-approved for hair loss; oral minoxidil, dutasteride for hair loss, dissolvable forms, and compounded combinations are prescribed off-label when clinically appropriate. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved and are not reviewed by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or quality before marketing. Results vary and are not guaranteed; a temporary increase in shedding in the first weeks is common. Finasteride and dutasteride must not be used or handled by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. The quiz on this page is educational and does not constitute a prescription or medical advice. Pricing is confirmed at your consultation and subject to change.
Medical Director and Supervising Physician: Quratulain Hayat, DO, Family Medicine, Florida License OS15796.