Am I able to request a primary care physician to prescribe Minoxidil 15?

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I had lost my parents both to a murder suicide 3 years ago. The stess caused hair loss and skin issues. I spoke with a doctor awhile back and they said to try the minoxidil that you can buy over the counter. I saw some restoration but shortly after it just stopped working. I dont see a significant amount of shedding anymore but my hair has not come back since then. I'd like to try a higher dosage but it must be prescribed. Is this something a doctor would consider?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I'm sorry for your loss.  I suggest seeing a Doctor who specializes in hair loss to evaluate and go over your condition and provide you information about your best treatment options. There are great non-invasive options like prp/progesterone that work well with Minoxidil. Hair transplantation is an alternative. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Parsa Mohebi, MD, FISHRS · Answer

You may want to see a hair restoration specialist concerning your hair loss as there may be additional issues other than alopecia related to stress.  As for minoxidil at high doses, a family practice physician may write for it however they must understand that it would be off label dosing.

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

A primary care provider may not have past experience with minoxidil off label dosing. One can always ask but he or she may not know the questions to ask to make sure it's safe for you to use and may not know the appropriate follow up and monitoring required of someone on minoxidil 15. You may wish to see a physician specializing specifically in hair loss.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Any doctor can prescribe off label doses of minoxidil.  What you need is a good specialist to work with you first before you prescribe a solution to your problem

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