Question 1

What to do before getting an IV?

Accepted Answer

Before you get IV nutritional therapy, it's important to do a few things to prepare. First, make sure you drink plenty of fluids so you are hydrated. Even though the IV will give you fluids, it's still important to drink water. Second, eat a meal or snack that includes protein. This will help your body use the nutrients in the IV. And finally, wear comfortable clothes that are easy to roll up your sleeves. This will make it easier for the nurse to put in the IV.

Question 2

What if I need to use the bathroom during my IV hydration therapy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Many IV stands are on wheels and you can simple roll them into the bathroom with you.

Question 3

How does Myers Cocktail make you feel?

Accepted Answer

After getting a Myers cocktail IV, you might feel more energized and healthy right away. It could also help with feeling less tired, weak muscles, and a better immune system. Some people feel more relaxed and less stressed after getting the drink.

Question 4

During an IV session, is there a needle in the arm the entire time?

Accepted Answer

No, a cannulated needle is used to start an IV by piercing the derma layers (skin), adipose tissue, and penetrating into the middle of the intended blood vessel. Once the needle has penetrated the vessel it is retracted through a blunt plastic tube called the IV catheter.

Question 5

Can only sick people get an IV?

Accepted Answer

No. IV therapy can actually help very healthy people as well. If you are focused on physical performance, IV therapy can enable your body to recover from rigorous workouts. Mental performance can also be addressed by keeping your body at peak hydration and balance.

Question 6

How is taking oral vitamins different from having vitamins injected into my vein through an IV?

Accepted Answer

Bypassing the digestive system has several benefits. Increased absorption, improved efficiency, and convenience. The first-pass effect of our GI tract is avoided and maximum absorption of vitamins and minerals can be delivered directly to our tissues and organs.

Question 7

can I use flex spending or my health savings account to pay for IV therapy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Simply use your pre paid debit card or you can apply for reimbursement with a receipt through your HSA.

Question 8

Can IV therapy help certain people with addictions?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is actual evidence documenting that intravenous infusions of NAD+ may be useful in the treatment of addiction. NAD+ is a coenzyme that plays a critical role in several important metabolic processes in the body, including energy metabolism, DNA repair, and the regulation of gene expression. NAD+ can help to reduce cravings and alleviate withdrawal symptoms. It also plays a role in supporting the liver's ability to metabolize alcohol, as well as helping to reduce the severity of alcohol withdrawal symptoms.

Question 9

How can IV therapy shorten my cold or flu?

Accepted Answer

Certain vitamins like Magnesium, Zinc, and Vitamin C have been proven to improve illness and equip our bodies to fight off colds and flu. Our paramedics are also trained in the dosage and protocol of administering IV fluids containing vitamins, minerals, peptides, and micro-nutrients. Delivering these intravenously can bypass the Digestive system and have them directly fed into our tissues, liver, and other organs.

Question 10

Is vitamin IV therapy new?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin IV therapy, also known as intravenous nutrient therapy, is not a new medical treatment. The use of intravenous nutrient therapy dates back several decades, with the first documented use of intravenous vitamins in the 1920s. The practice has continued to evolve over the years and has gained popularity in recent years as a way to deliver nutrients directly to the body in order to improve health and wellness.

Question 11

What is the best place to start an IV?

Accepted Answer

There is not a perfect answer for this question. Paramedics are especially trained to identify and access the best place for an IV. They may choose on top of the hand and use a smaller needle for certain slower therapies. In larger patients or those with difficult veins, veins in the arm or elbow may be a better option. One wants to avoid veins that are located near a joint or that have been used previously for an IV line.

Question 12

What vitamins are in IV therapy?

Accepted Answer

Common vitamin used include Vitamin C, B-complex, Cobalamin (B12), Pyridoxine (B6), Pantothenic Acid (B5), Thiamine (B1), Magnesium, Zinc, Calcium, Biotin, Glutathione.

Question 13

Do IV drips work for hangovers?

Accepted Answer

IV fluids and electrolytes can help with some hangover symptoms like feeling dehydrated, tired, and dizzy. But they won't fix a hangover completely. Hangovers are caused by drinking too much alcohol, which can make you dehydrated and mess with the balance of chemicals in your body. To address the nausea, headache, and vomiting certain medications can be added by a medical professional like Toradol, Pepcid, and Zofran.

Question 14

Do IV fluids detox your body?

Accepted Answer

One of the main benefits of IV hydration therapy is that it can help to flush toxins out of the body. When the body is properly hydrated, the kidneys and liver are able to function more efficiently, which means that they are able to filter out and eliminate toxins more effectively. Some special fluids called glutathione can be added to the IV to help grab onto and remove the toxins from your body faster.

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