How long does NAD+ IV therapy take?
NAD+ is the one drip on our menu that doesn't fit the usual 30-to-60-minute window, and there's a specific reason for that.
The typical session length
A NAD+ infusion commonly runs one to two hours, noticeably longer than a standard hydration or vitamin drip. The exact time depends on the dose and how your body tolerates the infusion rate on the day.
Why it has to go in slowly
Infusing NAD+ too quickly commonly causes flushing, a tight or uncomfortable sensation in the chest, or nausea. Slowing the drip rate down avoids most of this, which is why clinicians deliberately pace NAD+ infusions rather than running them at the same speed as a standard drip.
What a session actually looks like
Your clinician will start the infusion slowly and may adjust the pace based on how you're feeling as it goes. It's normal to sit, work quietly or rest through it rather than expect to be up and about — this isn't a quick in-and-out appointment like an express drip.
Planning around it
Because of the longer time commitment, it's worth booking NAD+ when you genuinely have the one to two hours free, rather than squeezing it into a tight gap. Some clients do a single session; others follow a short loading series of two or three sessions close together before spacing them out. We price NAD+ after a short consultation specifically because the right protocol and session length depend on you.
Medical references
- NAD+ metabolism and its roles in cellular processes during ageing. Covarrubias AJ, Perrone R, Grozio A, Verdin E. Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology, 2021;22:119-141. Springer Nature. link.springer.com/article/10.1038/s41580-020-00313-x
- Peripheral intravenous catheter non-infectious complications in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis. University of Michigan Deep Blue repository. deepblue.lib.umich.edu/items/7bd38d78-42ee-403e-b99d-67774e5
- Intravenous nutrient therapy: the "Myers' cocktail". Gaby AR. Alternative Medicine Review, 2002. PubMed (PMID 12410623). pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12410623
General references for the ingredients and practices described on this page. IV therapy is a wellness and supportive treatment; your own clinician confirms what is suitable for you.