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Advanced capsule care

Advance Capsule Plan.

An oral capsule combines support for the hair growth cycle with a medicine that lowers DHT, the hormone linked to follicle miniaturisation. Understand your options with a prescriber before treatment.

Prescription onlyMen 18+Clinical review required
Your formulationDutasteride + Minoxidil + Biotin
or Finasteride + Minoxidil + Biotin

The two capsule combinations are alternatives. Your prescriber confirms which, if either, is suitable.

From £16.33 per month

On a 12 month plan. The monthly figure is a price equivalent. Check the total payable, billing schedule, renewal price and delivery terms before paying.

Preferred supply period

Your selection is a preference for review. Other periods may have different prices. The final quotation is confirmed before payment.

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Final treatment plans are shared decisions with your clinician. Assessment does not guarantee a prescription. Always read the leaflet and treatment plan.

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Your care

What’s included.
Clearly explained.

What you’ll get

Your monthly supply: Dutasteride + Minoxidil + Biotin capsules OR Finasteride + Minoxidil + Biotin capsules, at the strength prescribed.

With every delivery

  • Fast, discreet delivery, typically within 48 hours after approval and dispatch. Check your confirmed delivery estimate.
  • Plain packaging delivered to your door, with clear instructions.
  • Ongoing prescriber support, seven days a week.

How to use

Take one tablet or capsule once daily with water, at roughly the same time, with or without food, as prescribed.

Money Back Promise

A conditional refund programme for eligible new customers who complete 180 days of prescribed treatment, check-ins and photo tracking. It does not guarantee regrowth.

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How it works

How this combination capsule works.

The hair follicle and treatment science
Does minoxidil + dutasteride regrow hair?

For many men, yes. Dutasteride has strong evidence for improving hair growth by lowering DHT, and minoxidil is widely used to support regrowth by helping the hair cycle. Responses vary by person and depend on consistent, longterm use.

How long does minoxidil + dutasteride take to work?

Most users begin to notice visible change after 3–6 months. Some need up to 12 months, and improvements can continue to build beyond a year (often up to ~24 months) with steady use. The treatment works only while you take it—if you stop, previously gained density generally reduces over several months as DHT rises again and growth support is removed. Consistency is key.

Possible side effects in men

This treatment is generally well tolerated, and many men experience no side effects. When they do occur, they're commonly mild and may improve during treatment, after a dose/formulation change, or on stopping.

Potential effects can include:

  • Erectile difficulties
  • Reduced libido
  • Changes in ejaculation (e.g., reduced semen volume)
  • Breast tenderness, mood changes, or, in some cases, unwanted hair growth or swelling

If you notice anything that concerns you—or you're unsure how to manage a symptom—contact the clinical team for advice.

Is oral minoxidil + dutasteride safe?

When prescribed appropriately and taken as directed, this combination can be used safely long term in suitable patients. Like all medicines, it isn't suitable for everyone; your prescriber will review your medical history, other medicines, and treatment goals to confirm if it's right for you.

Get your plan

How to get the capsule plan in the UK.

  1. Complete a quick online assessment

    Answer a few questions about your hair concerns, medical history, and any current medicines. A UK registered prescriber reviews your information to confirm that minoxidil is suitable. The process is fully digital—no face to face appointment required.

  2. Choose your treatment

    Pick your oral plan. Select a delivery cadence that suits you—every 3, 6 or 12 months. Once approved, your order is queued for dispatch.

  3. Fast, discreet delivery

    Your minoxidil tablets ships in plain packaging with clear, step by step instructions; most orders arrive within 48 hours. You’ll also get an online dashboard to track usage and progress over time.

  4. Ongoing prescriber support

    Got questions or noticing something new? Message or call a prescriber 7 days a week for guidance on application, routine tweaks, and next steps. Need flexibility? You can pause or cancel future deliveries from your account any time—no hassle.

Treatment effectiveness

Advance Capsule Plan Results.

Our plans feature active ingredients widely used by clinicians for pattern hair concerns. Topical formulations improve hair counts versus placebo over months, and once-daily oral options (for eligible adults) have shown similar short-term effectiveness to standard topical in men—each with different side-effect profiles. Consistency over time is key.

How long will it take to see results?
Most users begin to notice results within 3–6 months of consistent use. Hair regrowth is a gradual process and results vary between individuals.
Are there any side effects?
Side effects are uncommon but can occur. Your clinician will discuss your personal health profile during the assessment to ensure the plan is right for you. Risks differ between medicines and may include scalp irritation with topical products, sexual or mood changes with DHT-blocking medicines, and cardiovascular effects with oral minoxidil. Read your patient information and contact your prescriber about concerns.
Volumize treatment comparison94%

Combined approach

Minoxidil73%
DHT blocker87%
Combined94%

Comparison figures supplied by Volumize. They are not an individual success prediction or a head-to-head comparison of the specific plans shown here. Study treatments, definitions and follow-up periods can differ.

Read the evidence in context

Research supports the use of treatment for male pattern hair loss, but it does not mean every product, dose or combination has the same evidence. A published combination study assessed oral finasteride with topical minoxidil; its findings should not be read as evidence for a dutasteride combination capsule or every Volumize formulation.

NHS hair loss guidanceRead the combination study
Patient experiences

Real men,
real results.

Join 4,000+ men already treating hair loss with Volumize. Explore their individual experiences.

Individual results vary. Lighting, styling, hair length and photographic conditions can affect comparisons.

I look years younger and feel amazing!

I've been using Minoxidil tablets and Dutasteride for the past 18 months, and the results have been really positive for me. I've experienced noticeable hair growth, and my hair now looks much fuller, stronger, and darker than before.

The improvement has honestly made me look a lot younger, and it's given me a big boost in confidence. I feel much better about my appearance overall, and I'm really happy with the progress so far.

Iqbal, 39Volumize Member
01 / 06

These are personal accounts published by Volumize. Experiences, including comments about side effects, relate only to the individual and do not guarantee a similar outcome or absence of risk.

Treatment types

Personalised hair loss
treatment for men.

Our plans are created by our medical team to offer the most effective combination of treatments for suitable patients.

A scalp-focused routine01 / VOLUMIZE
Advance Topical Plan product packagingStimulates natural hair regrowth

Advance Topical Plan

Stimulates regrowth at the scalp to help hair look thicker

From £18.81 per monthon a 6 month plan
Active ingredient
Finasteride + Minoxidil + Azelaic Acid
Targets
Follicle stimulation and support of the hair growth (anagen) phase
Format
Topical spray
How to use
Apply to a clean, dry scalp 1–2 times daily as directed; allow to dry before styling or going to bed
Prescription
Prescription only medication
Start AssessmentExplore the plan
A daily oral routine02 / VOLUMIZE
Advance Capsule Plan product packagingHelps reduce hair loss

Advance Capsule Plan

Helps address the hormonal driver of male pattern hair loss

From £16.33 per monthon a 12 month plan
Active ingredient
Dutasteride + Minoxidil + Biotin
or Finasteride + Minoxidil + Biotin
Targets
DHT reduction
Format
Oral tablet
How to use
Take 1 tablet daily with water, with or without food, as directed by your prescriber
Prescription
Prescription only medication
Start AssessmentExplore the plan

Capsule combinations are alternatives, not ingredients to take together. The prescriber confirms your formulation, dose and directions. Always follow your dispensing label. The capsule plan starts from £16.33 per month on a 12 month plan. The topical plan starts from £18.81 per month on a 6 month plan. Check the plan page and checkout for payment, renewal, delivery and cancellation terms.

Treatment questions

Capsule plan: a UK guide to
results, use & safety.

What is minoxidil + dutasteride used for?

This oral combination is used to help manage male pattern hair loss. Dutasteride is a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor that lowers dihydrotestosterone (DHT), the hormone linked to follicle miniaturisation, while minoxidil supports the hair growth cycle to help improve density. Prescribers may supply this combination off-label for hair loss following an assessment. At licensed doses, dutasteride is also used to treat enlarged prostate (BPH).

What are the strengths in this oral plan?

The options shown are Dutasteride 0.5 mg + Minoxidil 2.5 mg + Biotin 10 mg, or Finasteride 1 mg + Minoxidil 2.5 mg + Biotin 10 mg. These are alternatives. Your prescriber confirms the formulation and dose; do not take both combinations together.

When's the best time to take the capsule?

There isn't a "best" time. Morning or evening is fine, with or without food. What matters is consistency—take it at roughly the same time each day.

Can I take it daily?

Yes—this oral plan is typically taken once daily. Always follow your prescriber's instructions; they may tailor the regimen to your needs.

Are Propecia and dutasteride the same?

No. Propecia® is a brand of finasteride, not dutasteride. Both medicines reduce DHT but are different active ingredients. Finasteride mainly inhibits type II 5-alpha-reductase; dutasteride inhibits type I and type II.

Can I buy oral minoxidil + dutasteride over the counter in the UK?

No. Oral minoxidil + dutasteride is supplied as a prescription-only treatment. You'll need a clinical assessment with a UK-registered prescriber (this can be done online via regulated services such as Volumize) before it can be supplied.

Can I get this treatment from my GP?

Oral combination treatment for hair loss is not usually available on the NHS. The NHS does prescribe some medicines for other licensed indications (for example, dutasteride for BPH), but typically not for hair loss. Most patients obtain hair-loss treatment privately through regulated online clinics like Volumize following an assessment.

How much does oral minoxidil + dutasteride cost in the UK?

The Advance Capsule Plan starts from £16.33 per month on a 12 month plan. Review the full payment schedule, renewal price, delivery and cancellation terms before paying.

Will this help regrow hair?

It can. Studies show many men experience improved density and coverage, especially at the crown/vertex. Responses vary by person and depend on consistent, long-term use.

Are side effects permanent?

Side effects do not have the same course for everyone. Sexual dysfunction with finasteride has been reported to persist after treatment stops. Mood symptoms also need prompt medical advice. If depression or suicidal thoughts develop while taking finasteride 1 mg, stop it and contact your clinician as soon as possible. With dutasteride, seek medical advice promptly for these symptoms.

Is it safe?

A clinician must review your medical history and medicines. Dutasteride and oral minoxidil are used off-label for hair loss, and a compounded combination may be unlicensed. Possible risks include sexual or mood symptoms, changes in blood pressure, palpitations, swelling and unwanted hair growth. Ask about monitoring and read the information supplied with your medicine.

How can I reduce the chance of side effects?

Talk to your prescriber first—don't change your dose on your own. They may recommend staying the course (some effects settle), or making dose/formulation adjustments if appropriate. Always take exactly as prescribed.

When does shedding start—and is it normal?

A short phase of increased shedding can occur in the first 2–3 months as the hair cycle resets. This usually settles within weeks. If shedding persists or worries you, contact your prescriber for advice.

Safety information

An informed decision.
Care comes first.

Medicines have benefits and risks. The advice for your prescribed preparation takes priority.

SAFETY / 01

DHT-blocking medicines

Finasteride and dutasteride may cause sexual symptoms. Finasteride is associated with depression and suicidal thoughts; sexual dysfunction has been reported to persist after stopping. Contact your clinician about symptoms.

SAFETY / 02

Mood symptoms

Stop finasteride 1 mg and contact your clinician as soon as possible if depression or suicidal thoughts develop. With dutasteride, seek medical advice promptly for these symptoms.

SAFETY / 03

Oral minoxidil

Possible effects include unwanted body hair, low blood pressure, palpitations and fluid retention. Discuss monitoring with your prescriber. Seek urgent help for chest pain, breathlessness, collapse or a severe reaction.

Read your own leaflet and contact your prescriber about new symptoms. Tell them about all medicines, supplements, allergies and existing conditions. Do not increase, combine or switch treatment yourself. Dutasteride and oral minoxidil are used off-label for hair loss. Compounded combinations may be unlicensed.

Patient information: MHRA finasteride and dutasteride safety update · NHS minoxidil information · Report suspected side effects.

Our reviews

A little reassurance.
From our members.

Real feedback from members following clinically guided hair loss plans.

★★★★★Volumize score: 4.9/5Member reviews
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Very straightforward experience overall. I was a bit unsure before ordering, but the process was professional and discreet throughout. I’ve been using the products for nearly two weeks now and already feel more confident sticking with the routine long term.
JJames Holloway
Wasn’t expecting much at first, but I’ve actually had a really good experience so far. The ordering process was simple, delivery turned up on time, and everything arrived in plain packaging. Only been using the treatment for a short while, but I’m happy with how things are going up to now.
LLiam Carter
Been using the treatment for a couple of weeks now and everything’s gone smoothly so far. The consultation was simple enough and delivery arrived quicker than expected. Still early days obviously, but I’m happy with the service and optimistic about the results.
RRyan Fletcher
Good experience up to now. Everything arrived on time and the instructions were clear and easy to follow. I’m only a couple of weeks into using it, so too early for major results, but the service itself has definitely been reliable and hassle free.
MMatthew Collins
Really pleased with how easy the whole thing has been. No awkward appointments or pharmacy visits, just a quick consultation and fast delivery. I’ve only been using the treatment for a short while, but so far it’s been positive and worth trying out.
OOliver Sinclair

Reviews and the displayed rating are reproduced from Volumize’s website. These short-term service experiences do not demonstrate treatment efficacy or predict your results.

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