Your questions, answered plainly.
Everything people ask before their first visit, from what IV therapy is to whether your HSA card works. If yours isn't here, ask our nurse or doctor anything, any time: call or text (601) 885-3747.
The basics.
How IV therapy works, what it costs, and who starts the IV.
What is IV therapy and how does it work?
Fluids, vitamins and minerals go into a vein through a small IV, so they reach your bloodstream without going through your digestive system first. Every drip here is built on a full liter of lactated ringers, and every ingredient and dose is published on its page.
How much does IV therapy cost in Trussville?
Most drips are $95 to $189. NAD+ and CBD cost more. Boosters start at $19. Every price is on the menu and there are no hidden fees.
Who starts the IV?
A licensed registered nurse or nurse practitioner starts every IV. The formulas are designed by our physician owner, Dr. Daniel Smith, who is in the building, not a medical director in another state.
Is IV therapy safe?
IV fluids and vitamins are given under medical oversight here: a doctor designs the protocols, a nurse reviews your health history at your free intro, and a nurse starts and monitors every drip. Some conditions, medications and pregnancy affect which drips suit you, which is exactly what the intro is for.
Can anyone get an IV drip?
Most healthy adults can. Some health conditions, medications and pregnancy change which drips are appropriate, so your history is reviewed at the free intro. High school athletes: AHSAA has rules about IV therapy, so tell us up front.
Can I show the ingredient list to my own doctor?
Please do. Every drip page lists each ingredient and dose, no proprietary blends. If your doctor has a question, our nurse or doctor is happy to answer it.
Your visit.
What happens the first time, how long it takes, and what to bring.
What happens at my first visit?
It starts with a free 10-minute intro. A nurse goes over your health history and what you're hoping to get out of it, then helps you pick a drip or booster. The intro happens once and stays valid for three years. Book it here.
Do I need an appointment, or can I walk in?
New clients book the free intro first. After that, returning clients can walk in any time during open hours. Booking ahead guarantees a chair.
How long does a drip take?
Most drips take about 30 to 45 minutes. NAD+ takes about 2 to 3 hours and High Dose Vitamin C takes longer than a standard drip. Boosters take about 5 minutes.
How should I prepare?
Eat something, drink some water, and wear a sleeve that rolls up easily. That's it.
Are there side effects?
Most people feel nothing beyond a cool sensation in the arm. Mild tenderness at the site can happen. Serious reactions are rare, and a nurse is with you the whole time.
I'm nervous about needles. Any advice?
Say so at check-in. Our nurses do this all day, they'll walk you through each step, and they go at your pace.
Can I drive myself home?
Yes, with one exception: Benadryl, as an add-in or booster, can make you drowsy. Your nurse will tell you if that applies to what you booked.
Drips, boosters and add-ins.
The difference between them, and how to pick.
What's the difference between a drip and a booster?
A drip is a liter of fluids with vitamins and minerals, over 30 to 45 minutes in a chair. A booster is a quick intramuscular injection of one ingredient, about 5 minutes, no chair time. Boosters can be added to any drip or booked on their own. See the boosters.
How do I know which drip is right for me?
Tell the nurse at your intro what you're hoping for and she'll point you to a fit. Every drip page also lists what it's for and what's in it. Start with the menu.
Can I customize a drip?
Yes. Add-ins go straight into your bag and boosters are given during the same visit. See add-ins and boosters.
How often should I come in?
It depends on what you're using it for. Some people come in once for a rough week, others once a month as a routine. If it's regular, a membership usually makes it cheaper.
Is this the same as an IV in a hospital?
The IV itself, the fluids and the clinical standards are the same. We are a wellness lounge, not an emergency room. If you think you're having an emergency, call 911.
Can I get a drip if I'm pregnant?
Talk to your OB first. Our Morning Sickness and Super Mom drips are built for expecting moms, and both require OB clearance. They are not a substitute for prenatal medical care.
Cost and membership.
Insurance, HSA and FSA, and what membership includes.
Does insurance cover IV therapy?
Generally no. We don't bill insurance, but we'll give you an itemized receipt to submit if your plan allows it.
Can I use my HSA or FSA card?
Often yes, depending on your plan. Ask your plan administrator. We provide a receipt for every visit.
What does a membership include?
One drip a month up to $199 (VIP adds a B12 booster), 25% off additional drips, boosters and add-ins, and credits that roll over and never expire. NAD+ and CBD are priced separately. See membership.
Do you sell gift cards?
Yes. They work for any drip, booster or service at either lounge, and they never expire. Buy one here.
Mobile and weight loss.
When you can't come in, and the program with the doctor.
Do you offer mobile IV therapy?
Yes. A licensed nurse brings any drip to your home, office or hotel anywhere in the Birmingham area, for a $50 travel fee. See mobile IV therapy.
How does the weight loss program work?
It starts with an evaluation call with the doctor. If the program fits you, he prescribes semaglutide or tirzepatide, once-weekly injections, with check-ins at months 1, 3 and 6. See medical weight loss.
What's the difference between semaglutide and tirzepatide?
Both are once-weekly injections that support appetite control. Semaglutide works on one pathway, tirzepatide on two. The doctor recommends the better fit on your evaluation call.