Question 1

What is orva and how does it work?

Accepted Answer

orva is a telemedicine platform for hair loss. You start with the medical questionnaire, licensed Swiss physicians review your information and, if medically suitable, issue a prescription. The partner pharmacy compounds the prescribed treatment and ships it regularly and discreetly to your door.

Question 2

Do I need a prescription for the treatments?

Accepted Answer

Prescription ingredients like finasteride or dutasteride require a prescription. orva connects you with licensed Swiss physicians who review your information and issue a prescription if medically appropriate. Certain topical minoxidil products are available from Swiss pharmacies without prescription.

Question 3

Who are the treatments suitable for?

Accepted Answer

The treatments are designed for adults with hereditary hair loss (androgenetic alopecia). Whether a treatment is suitable for you is assessed by a licensed Swiss physician based on your responses in the medical questionnaire. Not everyone is suitable for every treatment.

Question 4

Are the ingredients scientifically studied?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Minoxidil, finasteride and dutasteride have been studied in clinical trials. The evidence differs by ingredient and use. Individual results may vary; your physician decides which treatment may be suitable.

Question 5

When are first results possible?

Accepted Answer

Hair growth is gradual. In clinical studies, first changes were seen after about 3-6 months of consistent use. Individual results may vary. Your physician can follow the treatment and adjust it if needed.

Question 6

Is the online treatment safe and discreet?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All assessments are conducted by licensed Swiss physicians. Medications are compounded and shipped by licensed Swiss pharmacies. Your data is protected under Swiss data protection law (DSG). Shipping is in neutral packaging.

Question 7

How do I get an online prescription?

Accepted Answer

You start with the medical questionnaire. Licensed Swiss physicians usually review your information within 1-2 business days after complete documents are received. If treatment is medically suitable, a prescription may be issued. The partner pharmacy compounds the prescribed treatment and ships it regularly and discreetly to you.

Question 8

Which ingredients are available?

Accepted Answer

orva provides information about minoxidil, finasteride and dutasteride in androgenetic alopecia. Which ingredients may be suitable in an individual case is decided by the physician. Prescribed treatments are compounded by Swiss pharmacies according to the physician's prescription.

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