IV THERAPY
What is IV Therapy?
Intravenous Therapy (IV) consists of a safe combination of vitamins, minerals and amino acids which are tailored to your individual needs. These key nutrients are delivered directly into your bloodstream bypassing your digestive system which allows for greater absorption and utilization of nutrients.
Based on your individual need Dr. Taylor Bean or Dr. Clatyon Bostock ND will formulate a variation of the Myers cocktail with a combination of vitamins and minerals with a range of B vitamins such as Methylfolate, Methylcobalamin, B6, B5, B3, along with a variety of minerals and specific amino acids.
The main advantage of IV therapy is that it bypasses the absorption required in the digestive tract. Through the use of IV therapy the nutrients are taken up or rather absorbed much more quickly than if it had been taken oral.
How can IV therapy be supportive to you?
IV Therapy allows us to help patients address concerns of vitamin deficiencies from diarrhea to dehydration, or for healthy patients who are looking to optimize their health leading into cold and flu season, an upcoming flight or event or simply want a boost of energy and an overall feeling of wellness.
Immune Support
Brain Fog
Adjunct Oncology Care
Dehydration
Chronic Fatigue
Headaches
IV nutrients commonly used in our IV bags
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What to expect before your first IV treatment
Your Naturopathic Doctor will require at least a 30min initial intake to review your health history to determine what type of IV is best for you. In addition, it is requested that you have updated laboratory work done at least 6-8 weeks before doing any IV. Each of the requested labs can indicate you have current deficiencies or indicate if an IV isn't appropriate for you. In addition, your current laboratory values indicate if you should wait to have an IV and focus on nutritional support instead.
These laboratory tests include:
G6PD: for anyone who will receive more than 10g of Vitamin C
CBC + differential
Kidney function: GFR, creatinine
Electrolytes: Calcium, sodium, Chloride, magnesium
Frequently Asked Questions
Our Naturopathic Doctors have had advanced IV training and years IV administration in a clinical setting. IV therapy is generally very safe, which is why a health history is taken beforehand and why we ask for blood work before you have an IV. Our clinic follows strict protocols to ensure sterile conditions, appropriate dosages, and only high-quality ingredients are used in our IV drips.
IV Myers cocktail infusions are generally without any serious issues with the majority of patients not experiencing any side effects. There is a small percentage of patients that may get a mild rash or flushing during their infusion. This is usually resolved by slowing the infusion rate. You may notice your urine is a different color after an infusion with B12 and B complex which is normal.
Our Naturopathic Doctors will review all the risks of the treatments, with each patient, and discuss informed consent prior to administering of the infusion.
Our 100 mL IV bags are $135, and our 250 mL bags start at $155 and up.
Our IM (intramuscular) shots:
• B12 – $35
• Vitamin D3 – $55
• NAD+ – $40
• MIC with L-Carnitine – $45
If you have any questions, please call our front desk at 250-517-0775.
The cost of IV therapy is covered under Extended Benefits coverage; however the amount of coverage is not something we will know until the end of your visit. If you have an extended benefits package that we can submit to, we will do so.
It is your responsibility to know what your coverage is for Naturopathic services. It is advised to be prepared to pay in full after your visit as you may have to submit to your insurance company after the visit.
The frequency depends on your individual health goals and needs. Some people benefit from weekly to biweekly sessions, especially if they’re treating chronic fatigue, Lyme Disease or Oncology adjunctive treatments to supporting intensive training, while others may only require occasional therapy for things like hangover recovery or pre-travel immune support. A consultation with one of our Naturopathic Doctors can help determine a personalized schedule.
Our IV bags are 100ml and 250ml which range from 45min to 2 hours. If you are doing a NAD+ infusion, expect these to run a bit longer depending on how much you are receiving.
Before your IV treatment, stay hydrated and avoid alcohol. After your treatment, continue drinking water to help the body process the nutrients and stay hydrated. Avoid intense exercise immediately afterward to allow your body to rest and fully absorb the treatment.