Finasteride
An oral medication that reduces DHT, a hormone linked to pattern hair loss in men.
- May help slow hair loss
- May support hair retention
- Taken once daily
- Prescription required
Hair loss
Act early.Keep whatyou have.
Pattern hair loss is progressive, and the earlier it is assessed the more there is to work with. The assessment covers your pattern, timeline, medical history and photos.
What to look for
Changes worth getting assessed.
Not all hair loss is pattern hair loss. Thyroid conditions, nutritional deficiencies, medications and stress can all cause shedding, and they are treated differently. A practitioner reviews your history to work out which you are dealing with.
How it works
Simple. Private. Convenient.
Quality care from the comfort of your home, from the first assessment through to your medication arriving.
- 01
Online assessment
A short questionnaire covering your goals, pattern, timeline and medical history.
- 02
Upload photos
Clear photos of your hair and scalp, so a practitioner can see what you are describing.
- 03
Practitioner review
A licensed practitioner reviews your responses and photos and determines eligibility.
- 04
Personalized plan
If treatment is suitable, you get a plan and a prescription from our pharmacy partner.
- 05
Discreet delivery
Your order is dispensed and shipped directly to you, packaged discreetly.
- 06
Monitor and adjust
Progress photos and check-ins, with the plan adjusted as needed.
If treatment is suitable
The options a practitioner may consider
Evidence-based medications that may help slow hair loss and support regrowth. Which of them applies, if any, is a clinical decision.
Minoxidil
A topical solution or foam applied to the scalp that may help stimulate follicles.
- Applied to the scalp
- Available as a solution or foam
- Used once or twice daily
- Prescription required
Combination therapy
Using more than one medication together, where a practitioner judges it appropriate.
- Targets more than one cause
- Personalized to your assessment
- Monitored by your care team
- Prescription required
These are prescription medications with potential side effects, and treatment is not suitable for everyone. A licensed practitioner determines eligibility and the plan. Results take time: most men who respond see changes over three to six months of consistent use, and full results may take up to twelve.
Treatment is only the beginning
We are with you every step of the way.
Ongoing care and monitoring are what turn a prescription into a result. We track your progress, review your labs, adjust treatment when it is appropriate, and back it with nutrition and supplement support.
Regular check-ins
Consistent follow-ups so someone is tracking your progress with you.
Lab monitoring
Repeat bloodwork where it is clinically indicated, for safety and for results.
Plan adjustments
Your prescriber changes the plan as your body responds, rather than leaving it.
Long-term support
Pharmacist counselling and coaching for as long as you are with us.
Why men choose LivBTR
One team, from assessment through treatment.
- Assessed by a licensed Canadian practitioner
- Photos reviewed, not just a questionnaire
- Evidence-based medications only
- Progress tracked with follow-up photos
- Discreet packaging and delivery
Three licensed bodies, one pathway
You deal with one team instead of coordinating several clinics yourself. Here is who does what.
Medical
Border Medical
Virtual MD and NP consults · Lab testing · Prescribing decisions
Pharmacy
Border Pharmacy
Prescription fulfilment · Medication counselling · Home delivery
Wellness
LivBTR
Lifestyle coaching · Nutrition and training · Ongoing support
Frequently asked questions
Hair loss questions
How long before I see anything?
Hair grows slowly. Where treatment works, most men see changes after three to six months of consistent use, and full results may take up to twelve months.
Will the hair loss come back if I stop?
Usually, yes. These medications manage an ongoing process rather than curing it, so stopping generally means the loss resumes. Your practitioner will explain what that means for you.
Are there side effects?
Both finasteride and minoxidil have possible side effects. Your practitioner reviews them with you before anything is prescribed, and a pharmacist is available for questions afterwards.
Why do you need photos?
Pattern, density and the shape of the hairline are what a practitioner needs to see to assess eligibility and to have a baseline for tracking whether treatment is doing anything.
Can I use these alongside other treatments?
Sometimes. Tell your practitioner about everything you are using, including over-the-counter products and supplements, so interactions can be checked.
Is this covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by plan and by province. Your pharmacy receipt can be submitted to your insurer, and our team can tell you what documentation you need.
Start your confidential assessment
It takes a few minutes, it costs nothing, and it is the step that tells you whether this is the right pathway for you.