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Felix Health Review – Is it Legit for Hair Loss, ED, & More?

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Alex Goldberg

Alex worked at three early-stage startups before starting Fin vs Fin. Covering the rise of direct-to-consumer health, his mission is to help patients access better treatments online. He's also a husband, father, and UC Berkeley grad who enjoys golf, podcasts, live music, cooking, and home improvement.

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Dr. Kim received his BA in Human Biology at Stanford University, before receiving his M.D. degree (Primary Care Track) from UC Davis School of Medicine. He completed his Internship & Residency in Family Practice from Glendale Adventist Hospital and is Board-Certified in Family Medicine via the American Board of Family Medicine. He has held faculty appointments at Stanford & UCSF medical schools and has championed telemedicine for decades. He is also a decorated, retired Flight Surgeon from the US Air Force Reserves.

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Modern telemedicine has been a boon for patients across the US. Now it’s finally time for Canadians to enjoy the same benefits. You can now see a doctor, online, on your schedule. And if you are a good candidate, you can have prescribed medications delivered, discreetly, right to your door.

 

Today we review a Canadian D2C telemedicine startup that’s working toward the mission of helping men access Rx medications for common problems like hair loss, ED, acne, and more. Much like Hims or Roman in the US, Felix (Felixforyou.ca) gives Canadians access to prescription meds online and have them delivered discreetly. Let’s take a deeper look at this company and its offerings to see how it compares to similar competitors.

 

What Rx medications does Felix offer?

 

 

Felix’s offerings include what it calls “lifestyle meds.” The company explains this means medications for conditions that are not painful or life-threatening with the main goal of improving the quality of life. Felix offers clinically-tested meds with low risks of side effects. The following chart outlines all the health concerns Felix currently treats and the prescription medication it offers for each.

 

Medical Condition

Felix Health’s Medications

Birth Control Pills, patches, rings
Erectile Dysfunction Oral ED medication
Acne Prescription creams, washes and oral medications
Hair loss Oral finasteride (aka Propecia)
Allergies Oral antihistamines, corticosteroid nasal sprays, antihistamine eye drops
Cold sores Topical antiviral cream, oral antiviral pills
Genital herpes Topical antiviral cream, oral antiviral pills
Mental Health Prescription meds for anxiety & depression
Premature ejaculation, HIV prevention and smoking cessation Coming soon!
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How do you order prescription meds on Felix?

 

So you’ve decided you want to get medication discreetly delivered to your door. Here’s how getting a prescription from Felix works:

 

  • First, you start with paperwork, just like you would with an in-person doctor appointment. In this case, it’s all online, so you don’t have to use one of those gross, waiting room pens. You’ll create an account and profile online, and submit a virtual visit where you’ll provide a brief medical history and recount your symptoms. It only takes about 5 minutes to complete. 
  • A Canadian licensed doctor will review your information within 24 hours to determine if you’re eligible for prescription medication.
  • If eligible, you’ll then select the medication you prefer from different generic and brand name meds that Felix’s doctors recommend. This process includes chatting back and forth with a licensed healthcare practitioner in your own timeframe, and access to a support team for other general questions. You can pick an auto-refill schedule, which varies by the type of drug. They’ll ship in monthly, two-month or three-month increments. 
  • The doctor approves your prescription and you’ll conveniently receive your medication in the mail in discreet packaging, with your script filled by an accredited Canadian pharmacy. It’s as easy as that. (Alternatively, you have the option to pick up your prescription in person at a local pharmacy.) 

 

If you already have a prescription that you’d prefer to get through the mail instead, Felix makes it easy to transfer your existing scripts to their service for free.

 

And if you no longer want to receive the medication or use Felix’s telemedicine service, you can easily pause or cancel your service. Sounds great so far. What’s the damage?

 

How much do meds from Felix Health cost?

 

cost

 

Felix Health charges a flat $40 per online visit, which allows you to get prescription refills for one year. With the flat fee, you don’t have to bother with deductibles or copays. You simply pay an affordable flat rate one-time.

 

We love Felix’s commitment to pricing transparency. Their prices are published on the website (if you scoot down to the FAQ section on each treatment category page, you can expand the “how much does it cost” button and they will show you the price). Sounds pretty standard, but you’d be surprised how many telemedicine startups don’t publish their prices.

 

What does Felix Health cost by medical condition?

Let’s review pricing by the various conditions that you can get treatment for. Not that the $40 doctor’s visit fee is in addition to these prices for Rx meds:

 

Health Condition

Felix Rx Medication Cost (Starting at)

Acne $11 per month
Allergies $40 per month
Birth Control $13 per month
Cold Sores $48 per month
Erectile Dysfunction (ED) $48 per month
Genital Herpes $48 per month
Hair Loss $45 per month
Anxiety and Depression Depends on medication

After the initial fee, you pay monthly for any prescribed medication. The amount varies based on the type of drug, and you can usually choose a generic option to save. Felix provides direct billing with health insurance.

 

How does Felix Health compare to Canada’s other men’s health platforms? Felix Health vs JackHealth vs OnMen

Best men's health platforms: Felix Health vs JackHealth vs OnMen

What men's conditions do they treat?Acne
Allergies
Cold sores
Erectile dysfunction
Genital herpes
Hair loss
Migraines
Anxiety
Depression
Future treatments for:
HIV prevention
Premature ejaculation
Smoking cessation
Acne
Allergies
Erectile dysfunction
Hair loss
Migraines
Premature ejaculations
Smoking cessation
Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT)
Erectile dysfunction
Hair loss
PrEP HIV protection
Sex therapy
Testosterone replacement therapy
Any additional women's treatments offered?Birth control
Cost$40 for virtual medical visit + cost of medication, free ongoing supportFree virtual visit & continued messaging with doctor + cost of medicationFree virtual consultation & continued messaging with doctor + cost of medication
Health insurance accepted?
Unlimited followups?
Free consultations?
Where are they available?Alberta
British Columbia
Manitoba
Newfoundland and Labrador
Nova Scotia
Ontario
Prince Edward Island
Alberta
British Columbia
Manitoba
Newfoundland and Labrador
Nova Scotia
Ontario
Quebec
Alberta
British Columbia
Manitoba
Ontario
Saskatchewan
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JackHealth review

 

JackHealth is an alternative Canadian men’s digital healthcare company, highly focused on making the treatment of erectile dysfunction easier and safer. They offer prescriptions for both generic and brand name medications, but constantly emphasize generic medication’s identical function with a lower price point.

 

By offering premature ejaculation, allergy, TRT, and smoking cessation treatments and medications, JackHealth covers a very large spectrum including treatments not offered by other D2C companies. 

 

OnMen review

 

OnMen‘s main mission is to change the conventional approach to men’s wellness medications by offering a convenient, affordable, and safe service for you to start taking care of yourself – from home. Consultations are with licensed Canadian doctors and pharmacists to prescribe safe medications by Health Canada.

 

What makes OnMen unique is their treatment options for Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) – a new HIV prevention approach for HIV-negative men to reduce their risk of infection, should they be exposed. They also offer sex counselling, specialized talk therapy to address concerns about your sexual functioning, feelings, and intimacy.

 

Curious about learning more about these Canadian telemedicine platforms? Read our more comprehensive reviews of Jack Health and OnMen.

 

The Verdict: Is Felix Health legit for online medications?

 

There seem to be a lot of positives to Felix. As you can see from the chart, they make it exceedingly easy to order and receive lifestyle medications within specific provinces of Canada. Felix works with real licensed doctors and accredited pharmacies to prescribe quality medications, typically for a lot less than your traditional doctor might recommend. The company makes its processes very clear, so you know what to expect. Its offerings cover numerous lifestyle concerns, and the company plans to expand over time.

 

A major benefit is how affordable Felix is. You pay a flat rate of $40 plus the cost of the medication. The company encourages the use of generic drugs, which come with a lower cost, have the same active ingredients and are better covered by healthcare plans. You also have the option to choose brand name drugs if you prefer them.

 

Felix Health reviews on Trustpilot are overwhelmingly positive:

 

 

Overall, we recommend Felix Health as a legitimate, convenient, and affordable way to get prescribed high-quality medication from the comfort of your home. If you think a lifestyle med would enhance your quality of life, it doesn’t seem like there’s much downside to trying Felix. As long as they cover your health concern and you live within their service area, it seems worth a shot. Nonetheless, the information in this review can help you decide if you think the service will work for you personally.

 

If you’ve tried Felix Health personally, or any other alternatives like Jack Health,  we’d love to hear about your experience in the comments below. Additionally, if you’re curious how Felix stacks up to other Canadian telemedicine providers like OnMen, Maple, and Essential Clinic, check out our comparison.

Frequently Asked Questions

The following shows you the ins and outs of how Felix Health works.

Canada (available to shipping addresses in Alberta, British Columbia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia and Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Prince Edward Island)

$40 for virtual medical visit + cost of medication

Direct billing with insurance provider is available; online visit is not covered but the medication may be covered depending on the plan

Free shipping

Acne, allergies, birth control, cold sores, erectile dysfunction, genital herpes, hair loss, Migraines, Anxiety & Depression

Felix plans to expand its offerings to include premature ejaculation, HIV prevention and smoking cessation; get on the mailing list to be alerted to when these are available

Birth control prescriptions limited to age 16+; other prescriptions limited to age 18+

You receive a renewal email after your last refill is shipped; follow the email to renew; renewal is free before the current prescription expires; after that, renewal costs $15 within 30 days, after which you would need to start over completely with a new assessment and prescription at full price

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About the Author

Alex Goldberg

Alex worked at three early-stage startups before starting Fin vs Fin. Covering the rise of direct-to-consumer health, his mission is to help patients access better treatments online. He's also a husband, father, and UC Berkeley grad who enjoys golf, podcasts, live music, cooking, and home improvement.

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Alex Goldberg

Alex Goldberg

Alex worked at three early-stage startups before starting Fin vs Fin. Covering the rise of direct-to-consumer health, his mission is to help patients access better treatments online. He's also a husband, father, and UC Berkeley grad who enjoys golf, podcasts, live music, cooking, and home improvement.

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