What IV therapy actually is
IV therapy — short for intravenous therapy — means delivering fluids and water-soluble nutrients directly into a vein. It’s been standard hospital practice for decades. The wellness version uses the same sterile technique, the same kind of cannula, and a lot of the same ingredients (B-vitamins, Vitamin C, magnesium, saline). What’s different is the setting: a private room, a comfortable recliner, blankets, Wi-Fi, and a drip tailored to a wellness goal instead of a hospital diagnosis.
The clinical argument for IV over oral supplementation is bioavailability. The National Institutes of Health and other research bodies have long noted that oral Vitamin C, for example, hits a plasma ceiling because the gut limits how much it will absorb at once. IV delivery sidesteps that. The same logic applies to B-vitamins, glutathione, and hydration itself — IV fluids restore plasma volume far faster than water alone.
Who comes in for IV therapy in Sandy
Our Sandy clinic sees a broad mix. Here are the most common client profiles — odds are one of these sounds like you.
- Busy professionals and Silicon Slopes commuters. Long hours, travel, and poor sleep deplete B-vitamins and magnesium. A Myers Cocktail or Revitalizer once or twice a month becomes their baseline.
- Endurance athletes and weekend warriors. Marathoners, cyclists out of Big and Little Cottonwood, Saturday pickleball crews — the Champion and Athletic Recovery drips are built for what they do.
- Travelers adjusting to Utah altitude. Sandy sits at roughly 4,500 feet. Visitors and relocating families often feel the dehydration first. A hydration drip with electrolytes is the fastest legal altitude adjustment.
- Anyone recovering from a late night. The After Party and Resurrection drips handle hangovers with fluids, anti-nausea support, and B-complex — most people feel relief before the drip ends.
- Immune-focused households. Parents, teachers, and anyone in public-facing work use Immunity Armor weekly during cold and flu season and monthly as maintenance.
- Brides, grooms, and event attendees. The Beauty Boost with 2,000 mg glutathione shows up in the skin within 24 hours — it’s one of the most-booked pre-event drips.
What a session looks like
- Consultation (first visit only, free). Intake of medications, conditions, goals. Takes about 10 minutes.
- Drip selection. You pick (or we recommend) a formulation. Add-ons like Glutathione, Vitamin C boost, or Toradol can be stacked.
- The drip. A small-gauge IV goes in — usually in the back of the hand or inside of the elbow. Then you relax. A standard drip runs 30–45 minutes; large drips and NAD+ run longer.
- Recovery. Most clients walk straight back to their day. Many say they feel a noticeable change within a few hours, especially hydration and B-vitamin-heavy drips.
What’s actually in the bag
The backbone of most drips is lactated Ringer’s solution or normal saline (a liter of sterile, electrolyte-balanced water). The custom part is what’s mixed in. Common ingredients across our menu include:
- B-complex — B1 (thiamine), B2, B3, B5, B6 — supports energy metabolism and nervous-system function
- B12 (methylcobalamin) — the most bioavailable form, often low in vegetarians, older adults, and anyone on acid-blocking medication
- Vitamin C — high-dose, well above oral limits, for immune and antioxidant support
- Magnesium chloride — muscle relaxation, sleep support, migraine prevention
- Glutathione — the body’s master antioxidant; notable for skin, liver, and oxidative-stress recovery
- Amino acids, taurine, and L-carnitine — recovery, fat metabolism, and endurance support
- Zinc — immune-focused drips
- Toradol or Zofran (on request) — pain or nausea relief, especially for migraine or hangover drips
How often should I come in?
It depends on the goal:
- One-off event or recovery (wedding prep, post-marathon, hangover): single visit.
- Acute immune phase (cold season, travel week): weekly for 2–4 weeks.
- Maintenance wellness: monthly is the sweet spot for most clients.
- NAD+ therapeutic course: 3–6 sessions close together, then monthly maintenance.
Pricing transparency
Prices vary by drip and by add-ons, but here’s the honest range: most single drips fall between a modest dinner out and a long massage. Memberships — which include monthly drips and discounted add-ons — bring the per-visit cost down meaningfully. We’ll walk you through exact pricing at your consultation, and the new-client offer stacks $20 off your first drip plus 10% off your next visit.
Our service area
Prime IV Sandy serves the full Salt Lake Valley from our 1842 E 9400 S location. The most-driven-from cities are Sandy, Draper, Cottonwood Heights, South Jordan, West Jordan, Midvale, Holladay, Murray, and Herriman. Free parking is in front of the suite.
FAQ
Is IV therapy safe?
When administered by trained medical staff in a sterile setting, IV therapy has a strong safety profile. Minor side effects (bruising, cold sensation during infusion, rare vein irritation) are the most common. We screen every client during intake; if anything in your history contraindicates IV therapy we’ll tell you and decline to treat.
Does insurance cover this?
Wellness IV therapy is generally not covered by insurance because it’s elective. HSA/FSA cards sometimes work — check with your administrator.
Can I bring a friend?
Yes. Our rooms accommodate pairs and small groups, and we book friends, couples, and wedding parties regularly.
How long do I feel the effects?
Hydration effects are immediate. B-vitamin and mineral effects typically peak at 24–48 hours and last 5–10 days. Glutathione skin effects are visible within 24 hours and last about two weeks. NAD+ effects are dose-dependent and cumulative over a course.
Book your first IV therapy session in Sandy
New clients save $20 on their first drip and 10% on their second. Walk-ins welcome based on availability — calling ahead guarantees your time.
Call Prime IV Sandy (385) 318-3283