Infusion Therapy in Sydney

Intravenous (IV) infusion therapy delivers fluids, nutrients and medications directly into the bloodstream. This medical technique is commonly used for rapid rehydration or nutrient delivery to people who cannot eat or drink enough. In wellness clinics, IV therapies are re-framed as “hydration drips,” vitamin infusions and other blends aimed at boosting health and recovery.

Types of IV Infusions

• Hydration Therapy: Uses isotonic IV fluids (e.g., 0.9% saline or Hartmann’s lactated solution) to quickly restore body fluids and electrolytes. These drips can help relieve dehydration caused by heat, exercise, or illness.

• Vitamin/Boost Infusions: Combines high-dose vitamins (such as B-complex vitamins and vitamin C) with minerals and fluids. For example, a classic “Myers’ Cocktail” contains vitamin C, B vitamins, magnesium, zinc, and antioxidants like glutathione. Such infusions are promoted for general wellness, immune support or hangover relief. (Indeed, the original Myers’ Cocktail was marketed as a “hangover cure and general wellness remedy”.)

• NAD⁺ Therapy: Infusions of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD⁺), a coenzyme central to cellular energy metabolism. IV NAD⁺ is offered to support energy, mental focus or recovery (though evidence is still emerging).

• Recovery/Wellness Drips: Custom blends for specific goals, such as recovery drips after illness, travel, or heavy drinking. These may include amino acids (e.g., glycine, taurine, GABA), antioxidants (such as glutathione), and additional B vitamins. For instance, one Sydney clinic offers a “Cure Me” drip (containing zinc, selenium, B vitamins, and electrolytes) that it promotes for fatigue and post-illness recovery.

Common Ingredients

IV infusion cocktails typically include vitamins, minerals and amino acids. Common components are:

• B vitamins: Often a B-complex (B1, B2, B3, B5) plus B12 (methylcobalamin). These support energy metabolism and nerve health.

• Vitamin C: Frequently added for immune support and antioxidant effects.

• Magnesium & Electrolytes: Magnesium (usually as Mg sulphate) and electrolytes (e.g. sodium in saline) for muscle and nerve function.

• Glutathione: An antioxidant included for detoxification and skin health. For example, a “Glow” drip may pair glutathione with vitamin C and saline.

• Amino acids: Such as glycine, taurine, serine and others. These are added for their roles in recovery and neurotransmitter balance. For instance, one infusion blend, called “Limitless,” contains vitamin C, glycine, and an amino acid mix that includes arginine, lysine, and glutamine.

Each clinic’s menu varies, but these nutrients are commonly featured.

Who Might Benefit

Infusion therapy is used by a variety of people seeking fast rehydration or nutrient repletion. Examples include:

• Athletes and fitness enthusiasts: IV hydration can quickly restore fluids and electrolytes after heavy exercise or events. (Note that sports agencies often restrict non-medical IV use.)

• Busy or jet-lagged professionals: Those with demanding schedules or travel fatigue sometimes use IV drips for a perceived energy boost or to quickly rehydrate.

• People recovering from illness or fatigue: Post-illness weakness, chronic fatigue or hangovers are common reasons. For instance, IV drips are even used in hospitals for alcohol-related dehydration, and wellness clinics often advertise infusions to “reduce inflammation” and help recovery from illness.

Not everyone needs IV therapy, and benefits can be subjective. Clinicians generally recommend IV therapy only after medical evaluation (especially for high-dose vitamins).

Costs in Sydney

IV therapy is not covered by insurance and costs vary by clinic and formula. As a rough guide, basic hydration drips (500–1000 mL saline) might start around a few tens of Australian dollars, while vitamin infusion cocktails run a few hundred dollars. For example, one Sydney clinic’s price list shows a 1L saline add-on at about A$29 and a methylcobalamin (B12) shot at A$49. A full vitamin drip like a “Myers Cocktail” is about A$319 . High-end therapies such as NAD⁺ infusions are typically the most expensive – one menu lists NAD⁺ drips “from $375” and up.

In summary, Sydney IV therapy services charge roughly $100–400 per session, depending on the ingredients, with specialised infusions (e.g., NAD⁺) at the higher end. Prices and formulations vary widely, so individuals should compare clinics and consult health professionals before starting IV treatments.

Sources: Infusion therapy is a well-established medical practice (Intravenous therapy - Wikipedia). Medical literature and clinic menus detail the uses and components of IV fluids (Fluid replacement - Wikipedia). Nutrient cocktails like the Myers’ Cocktail have gained popularity in wellness settings (Intravenous therapy - Wikipedia). NAD⁺ is known as a cellular coenzyme important in energy metabolism ( NAD+ metabolism and its roles in cellular processes during ageing - PMC ).