Regrow Your Hair.
On Your Terms.

Oral minoxidil is a clinically backed treatment that delivers minoxidil systemically — no office visits, no guesswork.

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Prescribed by Kim Wohlwend, MSN APRN — dual board-certified, licensed in 16 states

What to Expect
1
Months 2–3
Reduced shedding typically observed
2
Months 4–6
Visible thickening generally begins
3
Months 9–12
Full results typically assessed

Results vary by individual. Continued use required to maintain results. Treatment not guaranteed.

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Simple Process

Prescription in Three Steps

No waiting rooms. No repeat visits. A prescription sent directly to your pharmacy.

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Complete Your Assessment

Answer a short questionnaire about your health history and hair loss pattern. Takes under 5 minutes and is kept confidential.

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Provider Review

A licensed provider reviews your case within 24 hours and, if appropriate, writes a personalized prescription. No video call required.

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Fill at Your Pharmacy

If approved, the prescription is sent directly to your chosen pharmacy — including Cost Plus for low-cost mail-order. Your 1-year prescription means no repeat visits until renewal.

Clinically Backed

Why Oral Minoxidil Works

Minoxidil is an FDA-approved ingredient with decades of clinical data behind it. The oral form delivers it systemically — reaching every follicle, not just where you apply it.

  • Systemic delivery — reaches follicles across the entire scalp, including areas difficult to treat topically
  • No mess — one small pill daily, no greasy residue or scalp irritation
  • Studied efficacy — clinical studies show comparable or superior hair density outcomes vs. topical minoxidil at 12 months
  • Works for men and women — effective for androgenetic alopecia at appropriate doses
  • Stackable — can be combined with finasteride or other treatments for enhanced results
2–3mo
reduced shedding typically observed
4–6mo
visible thickening generally begins
9–12mo
full results typically assessed
Compare Treatments

Oral vs. Topical vs. Nothing

See how oral minoxidil stacks up against the alternatives.

Feature Oral Minoxidil Topical Minoxidil No Treatment
Full-scalp coverage ✓ Yes ~ Partial ✗ No
Daily convenience ✓ One pill ~ Apply twice daily ✓ None needed
No scalp irritation ✓ Yes ✗ Common ✓ Yes
Clinical efficacy ✓ Comparable or superior in studies ~ Moderate ✗ None
Clinician-supervised ✓ Required ✗ OTC ✗ No
Maintains results ✓ With continued use ✓ With continued use ✗ Hair loss progresses
Transparent Pricing

Simple. No Subscriptions.

One flat service fee covers your clinical review. Medication is billed separately and directly by the pharmacy — keeping costs as low as possible.

Service Fee
$35

One-time fee per prescription request. No subscription, no recurring charges from us.

  • Secure online health questionnaire
  • Clinical review by Kim Wohlwend, MSN APRN
  • Prescription sent to your pharmacy if appropriate
  • Dose customized to your needs
  • 1-year prescription — no repeat visits needed
  • No video appointment required

Service fee is non-refundable once a prescription is issued.

Medication Cost
$Varies

Billed directly by your pharmacy — separate from our service fee.

  • Cash pay: ~$6.10/month via Cost Plus mail-order pharmacy
  • With insurance: typically $0–$30/month (copay varies by plan)

Dosing

Women: 1.25 mg daily

Men: 2.5 mg daily

A provider will coordinate your prescription to a pharmacy of your choice.

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Total estimated cost example: $35 service fee + ~$6.10/month medication via Cost Plus = under $80 for your first year of treatment. No hidden fees, no subscription.

Your Provider

Meet Kim Wohlwend, MSN APRN

Every prescription is personally reviewed and signed by Kim — a dual ANCC board-certified nurse practitioner with extensive telehealth experience across 16 states.

Kim Wohlwend, MSN APRN
Kim Wohlwend, MSN APRN
Dual ANCC Board-Certified Family & Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Kim is the founder of Midwest Mind & Body Healthcare, a telehealth practice serving adults across 16 states. She earned her MSN–FNP from Clarkson College (Summa Cum Laude) and completed graduate training as a Psychiatric–Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Her career spans digital medicine, house-call practice, retail clinic management, and inpatient care at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. She provides evidence-based care connecting metabolic health, hormone therapy, and mental wellness — and brings that same whole-person approach to hair loss treatment.

Licensed in: Nebraska, Iowa, Colorado, Illinois, Kansas, Arizona, Utah, Idaho, Montana, South Dakota, North Dakota, Kentucky, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and New Mexico.

FAQ

Common Questions

Minoxidil is FDA-approved for hair loss. The oral tablet is prescribed off-label at low doses for androgenetic alopecia — a common, well-established practice backed by extensive clinical literature. Kim determines if it's appropriate for your specific case.
At the low doses used for hair loss (0.25mg–5mg), oral minoxidil is well-tolerated. The most common side effects are mild fluid retention and increased body or facial hair (hypertrichosis). Serious side effects are rare at these doses. Kim screens for contraindications before prescribing.
Most patients notice reduced shedding within 4–8 weeks, with visible regrowth appearing around 16 weeks. Optimal results develop over 6–12 months of consistent use. Because hair loss is a chronic condition, continued use maintains the results.
Complete a secure online health questionnaire — no appointment or video call needed. A licensed provider reviews your intake within 24 hours. If appropriate, you'll receive consent forms and a Stripe payment authorization for the $35 service fee. You are not charged until you sign. The prescription is then sent to your chosen pharmacy, and medication is billed separately. The prescription covers one year with an annual renewal required.
Yes — oral minoxidil is effective for female pattern hair loss and is commonly prescribed for women at lower doses. It is not appropriate during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Kim will review your profile and determine the right dosage if treatment is suitable.
Oral minoxidil delivers the active ingredient systemically, reaching all follicles regardless of where hair loss occurs. Topical minoxidil only works where applied and commonly causes scalp irritation and greasy residue. Clinical studies show oral minoxidil produces superior hair density improvements. It's also significantly more convenient — one pill daily versus twice-daily application.
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Toward Thicker Hair

Assessment takes less than 5 minutes. Physician review within 24 hours.

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