VDPHL01 hair loss pill: investigational, not FDA-approved, and not offered by Tides

Status at a glance: VDPHL01 is an investigational drug. It is not FDA-approved, it is not available for purchase, and Tides does not offer it. If you want help with hair loss now, a Tides clinician can review your situation and decide what, if anything, from our current catalog fits.

What VDPHL01 is and where it stands

VDPHL01 is an investigational oral tablet being developed by Veradermics, Incorporated, a biopharmaceutical company focused on pattern hair loss. Veradermics describes it as a proprietary extended-release oral minoxidil formulation, designed to release minoxidil steadily over time rather than all at once.

It is in Phase 3 clinical development for pattern hair loss in men and women. On October 19, 2026, Veradermics announced results from Part A of a Phase 3 study in men (Study "304"), following an earlier Phase 2/3 study in men (Study "302") reported in April 2026. A separate study in women (Study "306") is also part of the program. These are company announcements of clinical-trial results; they are not an FDA approval.

Investigational, not FDA-approved, not offered by Tides

Investigational means the drug is still being studied in clinical trials.
Not FDA-approved: the FDA has not approved VDPHL01 for any use. Only the FDA can make that decision, after reviewing an application.
Not offered by Tides: Tides does not prescribe, sell, or provide VDPHL01, and we can't get you access to it. If you're interested in trials, ClinicalTrials.gov lists studies and their recruiting status.

Oral minoxidil, explained plainly

Minoxidil has been around for decades. It was first FDA-approved as an oral tablet for high blood pressure, specifically severe hypertension that hasn't responded to other medicines. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels. Increased hair growth was noticed as a side effect, which led to topical minoxidil products for hair loss.

Using oral minoxidil tablets for hair loss is off-label, meaning it's not an FDA-approved use for those tablets. Tides does not currently prescribe oral minoxidil. At a high level, minoxidil is thought to support hair follicles partly through effects on blood flow and the hair growth cycle; the full mechanism isn't completely understood.

Oral minoxidil is a prescription medicine with serious warnings on its FDA label, and it isn't right for everyone. Whether any minoxidil product makes sense for you is a clinician's decision, made with your health history in front of them. This page doesn't give dosing guidance.

What Tides offers for hair

Tides' current hair option is the Hair-Restore Topical Solution, a prescription topical for hair density and scalp health, prescribed only when clinically appropriate. Tides does not currently offer an oral hair-loss pill.

Route: topical · Prescription · Cadence set after review
Cadence and dose are set by Dr. Rachel Deutsch, DNP after she reviews your assessment.
Compounded medications are not FDA-approved. Treatment requires clinician review and is prescribed only when medically appropriate.

How Tides care works

Complete your assessment. Share your hair-loss history, goals, and health history.
Rachel reviews your case. Every intake is personally reviewed by Dr. Rachel Deutsch, DNP.
Prescribed if appropriate. If a Tides option fits, it's prescribed. If nothing fits, nothing ships.

Clinician-prescribed · LegitScript certified · No charge until approval · No membership · No auto-ship · Secure checkout.

Licensed states

Tides provides care in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Washington.

FAQ

Is VDPHL01 FDA-approved?

No. VDPHL01 is investigational and has not been approved by the FDA.

Can I get VDPHL01 from Tides?

No. Tides doesn't offer VDPHL01 and can't provide access to it.

When will VDPHL01 be available?

Nobody can say for sure. That depends on regulatory filings and an FDA decision. For updates, check Veradermics' announcements.

Is VDPHL01 the same as oral minoxidil tablets?

Both contain minoxidil, but VDPHL01 is a distinct extended-release formulation still under study. It shouldn't be treated as interchangeable with any existing tablet.

Is oral minoxidil approved for hair loss?

Oral minoxidil tablets are FDA-approved for certain cases of high blood pressure. Using them for hair loss is off-label.

Does Tides prescribe oral minoxidil?

No. Tides doesn't currently prescribe oral minoxidil. Tides offers a compounded topical for hair loss, reviewed by a clinician after intake.

How much should I take?

We don't give dosing on this page. Dose and cadence for any prescription are set by a clinician after review.

Will I be charged if I'm not approved?

No. Nothing is charged until a clinician approves treatment, and there's no membership or auto-ship.

Get your hair loss reviewed

Not sure what fits? Start a short assessment. A clinician reviews your hair-loss picture and health history, then decides whether anything in Tides' current catalog is appropriate.

VDPHL01 isn't available at Tides. Tides offers a clinician-reviewed hair-loss intake instead.

See your hair-loss options

No charge until approved · Prescription is not guaranteed.