How the service works

  1. Complete an online medical intake.
  2. A licensed clinician reviews your answers and, where appropriate, issues a prescription.
  3. The prescription is filled — in Ro's case, often through its own pharmacy operation.
  4. Medication is delivered discreetly, usually on a subscription.
  5. Messaging through the platform handles follow-up and dose adjustments.

What to check before signing up

  • Total monthly cost after any introductory pricing ends.
  • Whether you are buying an FDA-approved generic or a compounded product.
  • How dose changes are handled and priced.
  • The cancellation process.
  • Whether the service will share records with your regular clinician on request.
  • The current privacy policy and any data-sharing disclosures.

Who it suits

Ro suits men who want a straightforward, clinically-framed route to treatment without a waiting room. It is less suitable if you have significant cardiac disease, take multiple interacting medications, or need a physical examination — in those cases an in-person assessment is the right starting point. See telehealth vs in-person.

Products

Reviewed individually

Ro sells several different things, and they are not equivalent — some are FDA-approved generics, some are brand-name originals, and some are compounded formulations that have not been through FDA review. Each is reviewed separately, with the retail price of the same molecule shown alongside.

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Check the current price for the specific medication and dose you need, and confirm the renewal rate before you commit.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ro the same as Roman?
Roman was the original men's health brand; Ro is the parent company operating across several health areas. The ED service is the direct descendant of Roman.
Does Ro use its own pharmacy?
Ro operates its own pharmacy alongside the telehealth platform, which gives it more direct control over dispensing than platforms that rely entirely on third parties.
Is it cheaper than Hims?
The two are broadly comparable and pricing changes frequently. Compare the current all-in monthly cost for the specific medication and dose you need. See Hims vs Ro.
Sources

What this is based on

We link to primary sources — clinical guidelines, regulator publications and peer-reviewed research — wherever possible. Links open on third-party sites we do not control.

  1. [01]U.S. Food and Drug Administration. BeSafeRx: Your Source for Online Pharmacy Information.
  2. [02]National Association of Boards of Pharmacy. Digital Pharmacy Accreditation and safe site listings.
  3. [03]Federal Trade Commission. FTC's Endorsement Guides: What People Are Asking.