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Get topical minoxidil (generic for Rogaine) online prescriptions for hair loss

Get a same-day online prescription to treat your hair loss and pick up at your local pharmacy today.
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4.9 rating on app store
383 services
Same-day visits
95% patient satisfaction
No insurance needed
36 specialties offered
Choose your provider
$50M+ saved by patients
HSA and FSA accepted
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Product Overview

Minoxidil (topical) (generic for Rogaine)

  • What is minoxidil?
    Minoxidil is a topical medication used for the treatment of hair loss. It works by increasing the amount of blood flow to the scalp, which in turn stimulates new hair growth.

    Talk to your doctor about whether minoxidil is right for you.

  • What are the most common side effects of minoxidil?
    Minoxidil has been shown to cause adverse side effects in some patients. If these reactions become severe or do not go away after a day or two, seek medical attention right away.


The most common side effects of minoxidil use include:

  • Scalp irritation
  • Scalp dryness
  • Scaling or itching at the application site

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Frequently asked questions about minoxidil (topical)

Medically reviewed by:Dr. Allison Edwards, MD

Minoxidil is available over the counter or via online purchase. Want to know more? Book a video visit on Sesame to discuss this medication with a licensed health care provider. You can use this visit to ask about proper dosage, usage and storage.

If you’re experiencing hair loss, you can also book an online hair loss consult with a licensed health care provider to discuss your symptoms and the best treatment options for you.

Good news! Topical minoxidil is available over the counter. This means it is widely available for purchase at most retail health stores without a prescription from a doctor.

Not sure if minoxidil is right for you? Book a convenient and affordable virtual visit on Sesame to talk about your treatment options with a licensed health care provider.

Yes, an online doctor or provider on Sesame can write or refill a prescription during your telehealth visit. Clinicians on Sesame can prescribe medications to help treat infections, UTIs, anxiety, depression, allergies, high blood pressure, erectile dysfunction, and more.

If medication is prescribed during your online visit, your provider will send your prescription to your preferred pharmacy for same-day pickup.

Note that providers on Sesame cannot prescribe controlled substances.

Sesame video prescription refill appointments are available 24/7 in all 50 states and can be used whenever you need to talk to a health care provider about a prescription refill.

It depends! Providers on Sesame can typically assist with refilling 1-2 existing prescriptions during a prescription refill appointment. If you require additional medication, your provider may require a longer or additional visit so that there is time to adequately review and assess your medication needs.

If you’re a new patient, most providers will write a prescription for 30 days and may want to schedule a follow-up appointment to ensure that the medication is effective. If you’re a returning patient, your provider may prescribe for a longer period of time.

Online prescription visits through Sesame are cash-pay only; we do not accept insurance in order to keep prices low and transparent.

However, if you do have health insurance and are prescribed medication during your appointment, your prescription may be covered depending on your plan. When you pick up your medication at your pharmacy, the pharmacist can check your coverage using the insurance they have on file or the information you provide.

To see if your medication is covered and what your copay will be, you can also check your insurance plan’s drug formulary or contact your insurance provider directly.

If you are prescribed medication through Sesame’s online weight loss program, your provider can assist with prior authorization requests for GLP-1s and other weight loss medications. Visit our program page for details.

It is helpful to have proof of a prior prescription before your refill visit. Depending on the medication, some Sesame providers may require proof of a prior prescription before refilling it. Your provider may ask to see a picture of an old pill bottle or check for previous prescriptions from another Sesame provider. In some instances, your Sesame provider may also be able to access a national pharmacy system to see prescriptions from non-Sesame providers.