What can I expect?

IV therapy might be advisable if a drug needs to get through more quickly. It involves injecting a needle into a vein and activating the drip mechanism. Once the needle is in place, a tube is hooked up where fluid containing medication or nutrients is pumped in; this fluid then enters your bloodstream.

The liquid in most IVs is a saline solution that hydrates, dilutes medications and helps the body absorb nutrients. Besides the saline solution, some IV fluids also contain other substances.

IV treatments may include common substances such as:

• Electrolytes, glucose, and other nutrients
• Antibiotics
• Pain medication
• Immunoglobulin

IV Therapy Benefits

IVs are a practical and efficient way to deliver medication and other nutrients to boost your body. In addition, they can be absorbed a lot quicker, so they have an immediate impact.

Patients experience quick relief because the IV is fast acting. For example, a dehydrated, hypoglycemic, or in pain should feel better after receiving an appropriate IV treatment.

In addition to quick delivery and recovery times, IV therapy carries minimal risk when appropriately administered. They have a nearly 100% success rate in avoiding side effects so far.

IVs are one of the most common sights in healthcare because they can replenish vital substances and promote healing. They have been used since the 1830s and have an established history of effectiveness. The premise of IV therapy hasn’t changed much since the early days, but now many more treatments are available and are much more effective.