INTRA VENOUS (IV) INFUSION THERAPY

Do you need a boost to get you through the week? Do you have poor immunity? Are you having trouble recuperating after illness or surgery? Are you feeling dehydrated and tired from burning the candle at both ends? Do you want the anti ageing benefits of vitamins and hydration for your skin? If you can relate to any of these questions? A customised vitamin infusion may be just what the Doctor ordered?

Dr Shirley will customise your intravenous therapy to meet your particular health and lifestyle requirements.

Customised prescription intravenous vitamin therapy is designed to boost your energy and immunity, optimise your body’s natural processes and promote healing.

Dr Shirley requires most patients have a blood test a couple of days before infusion therapy, pathology request forms must be collected from the clinic prior to your IV treatment.

After a comprehensive medical consultation with Dr Shirley a prescription blend of vitamins & minerals will be prescribed.

What happens on the day of your infusion?
We recommend patients be well hydrated and have a couple of glasses of water about an hour before treatment, wear comfortable clothing allowing for easy access to your forearm and elbow. Depending on the infusion blend prescribed you may be relaxing with us for up to 3hrs

IRON (Fe++)MYERS COCKTAIL IV IV NAD+ & IMI NAD+ INJECTION GLUTATHIONE VITAMIN B12 Multi B Vitamin VITAMIN C

IRON (Fe++) INTRAVENOUS INFUSION

Iron is an essential element that forms the key component of the haemoglobin molecule which carries oxygenated blood to the tissues.We can sometimes be deficient which can lead to fatigue.

Objective

Reverse iron deficiency, alleviate fatigue, light-headedness, pallor and anaemia.

Downtime

Nil

Time

20 to 30 minutes

Longevity

Single IV infusion with pre and post blood test

Pregnancy Safe?

Yes

Learn more about this Treatment

Iron is an essential element found in all cells in the human body and has several vital functions, the main one being to carry oxygen from the lungs to the tissues as a key component of the haemoglobin protein.

Iron deficiency is quite common and can manifest as fatigue, dizziness or lightheadedness and a pale appearance. In some cases it can even lead to anaemia ( a lack of red blood cells ). Children, pre-menopausal women and people with a poor diet are most susceptible.

A simple blood test can check if your iron levels are sufficient and whether or not you are anaemic. If an infusion is necessary it is quick and easy and very well tolerated. Oral iron supplements are often not absorbed particularly well and can lead to gastrointestinal symptoms such as constipation.

The most common causes are:

Bleeding – menstrual and non-menstrual (most commonly from the gastrointestinal tract)
Inadequate dietary intake.
Malabsorption syndromes. Our primary source of iron is through diet. Foods rich in iron include red meat, poultry and eggs. Lentils, beans, tofu and leafy vegetables also contain iron but are required in very high doses to provide an adequate intake.

MYERS COCKTAIL IV

The Myers cocktail is a prescription blend of essential vitamins and minerals refined and developed by Dr John Myers from the John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore in the 1950’s. This is the original intravenous (IV) therapy solution, which has benefited hundreds of thousands by infusing nutrients and vitamins, essential to the body directly into the bloodstream.

The Myers Cocktail contains levels of vitamins, nutrients and minerals that can’t be achieved orally, giving your body a super boost of all the essentials. It is a fast and convenient way to get these compounds directly into the blood stream and body.

Objective

Boost your immune system, improve energy levels, reduce oxidative stress and improve overall health and wellbeing.

Downtime

Nil

Time

IV infusion 30 – 45 minutes

Longevity

3 – 6 months retreatment as per Dr recommendations

Pregnancy Safe?

NAD+ INTRAVENOUS INFUSION & NAD+ INTRAMUSCULAR BOOSTER

Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide is an essential cofactor or “helper molecule” that is involved in many biological processes. As we age our NAD+ levels are progressively and significantly depleted. There is growing evidence that the depletion of NAD+ is at the core of the hallmarks of aging. Some pundits are referring to NAD+ as the “elixir of youth” but there is much more research to be done before these claims can be validated.

NAD+ helps turn nutrients into energy, repair our DNA and serves as a powerful internal anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory agent. As such, it has been implicated in protecting us from neurodegenerative disorders, increasing energy levels, improving cognitive function and memory, reducing anxiety and depression and even helping with heart and vascular health. It has also been shown to help exercise performance and improve the “time to fatigue” of muscles.

NAD+ is a natural compound found in all living cells and tissues so there are no contraindications to administration. Given intravenously it is absorbed completely and rapidly. Depending on your weight, level of depletion and tolerance to the IV infusion the initial treatment can take from as little as 45 minutes up to 3 hours. It can also be given regularly in a lower dose intramuscularly as a booster every few weeks. No blood tests are necessary prior to treatment.

Objective

Boost energy levels, mental alertness and processing. Aid with deep sleep. Reverse some of the effects of the aging process.

Downtime

Nil

Time

Intravenous Infusion 1-3hr (response dependent) Intramuscular Booster injection 5 minutes

Longevity

Up to 3 months (Intramuscular NAD+boosters recommended)

Pregnancy Safe?

GLUTATHIONE (GSH) INTRAVENOUS INFUSION

Glutathione is a peptide that is naturally produced and found in every cell of the human body, including immune cells. Made up of three essential amino acids cysteine, glutamate, and glycine, it is often referred to as the master detoxifier and antioxidant, supporting liver function, promoting skin health, improving sleep, mental wellbeing, overall health and functionality.

Objective

To support liver function and detoxify, boost energy levels, improve mental clarity and mood, brighten the skin, improve sleep quality, reduce inflammation and assist with weight loss.

Time

IV infusion 15 – 30 minutes

Downtime

Nil

Longevity

Retreatment as per Dr recommendations

Pregnancy Safe?

VITAMIN B12 ( COBALAMIN )

Cobalamin is an important cofactor in DNA synthesis and in fatty acid and amino acid metabolism.It is important in red blood cell formation, energy production and nerve maintenance. Unfortunately, deficiency is common and can lead to serious health problems.

Objective

Improve mood, reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, boost energy and support brain function.

Downtime

Nil

Time

1 minute as an IM injection or 20-30 minutes as an IV infusion combined with Multi-B

Longevity

intermittent treatment required especially in deficiency e.g vegan diet

Pregnancy Safe?

essential in pregnancy but not in high dose

MULTI B VITAMIN INTRAVENOUS INFUSION

Many of us, due to our modern diets and lifestyle are vitamin B deficient, especially females. This can result in low energy levels and poor nerve, skin and eye health. It is especially important in pregnancy but shouldn’t be taken in high doses.

Objective

To support and promote energy levels, healthy brain function, good eyesight, proper nerve function, good digestion, cardiovascular health and muscle tone.

Downtime

Nil

Time

IV Infusion 20-40 minutes

Longevity

Intermittent treatment recommended especially if dietary intake is poor.

Pregnancy Safe?

Not in high doses

VITAMIN C

The benefits of vitamin C are well documented. It stimulates collagen synthesis , aids with tissue repair (skin, hair and nail health) is a strong anti-oxidant and helps to boost our immune system. It is not made by the body and thus is required via our diet or supplementation.

Objective

To reduce oxidative stress to our cells and tissues, enhance cognitive function, boost collagen production and strengthen our immune system.

Downtime

Nil

Time

20-40 minutes

Longevity

Best administered intermittently especially if dietary intake is inadequate