Can You Get an IV at Home? How In-Home IV Therapy Works

Key takeaways

• Yes, a registered nurse brings the IV to your home, hotel, or office
• Sessions typically take 30-60 minutes
• Includes a brief health check and sterile, professional setup
• Available 24/7 and often same-day in 170+ cities
• Drip options: hydration, immune, energy, Myers' Cocktail, NAD+, glutathione
• Consult your doctor first if pregnant or managing a medical condition

How does in-home IV therapy work, step by step?

The process is simple. First, you book online or by phone and choose a formula or describe your goals. A registered nurse travels to you at your home, hotel, or office at the scheduled time. On arrival, the nurse does a brief health check, reviews your wellness goals, and confirms the right drip. They place a small IV line and start the infusion, which typically takes 30-60 minutes while you relax, work, or watch TV. When it's done, the nurse removes the line, cleans up, and you're free to carry on with your day. Everything happens in the comfort of your own space.

Is it safe to get an IV at home?

In-home IV therapy is administered by experienced registered nurses who follow the same clinical standards used in professional settings, including a health assessment and sterile technique. Drip Refresh's nurses are trained to place the line, monitor you during the infusion, and respond appropriately. Because it's a wellness service, the nurse will discuss your goals and confirm a drip is suitable for you. If you have a medical condition, are pregnant, or take medications, it's wise to consult your own doctor beforehand. For most healthy adults seeking hydration and wellness support, a nurse-administered home IV is a comfortable, well-supervised experience.

What can you put in a home IV drip?

Home IV drips usually combine sterile fluids for hydration with a blend of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and amino acids chosen to support your goals. Common options include hydration blends, immune-support formulas, energy blends with B vitamins, the classic Myers' Cocktail, glutathione for antioxidant support, and high-dose NAD+ infusions. Many clients also add quick B12 or glutathione shots. Drip Refresh's nurses help you pick a formula based on what you're after, whether that's recovery, hydration, or a general wellness boost. All formulas are designed for wellness support rather than to treat any disease.

How long does an at-home IV take and how should you prepare?

Most home IV sessions take about 30-60 minutes from setup to finish, with NAD+ infusions taking longer due to the higher dose. To prepare, drink some water, eat a light meal beforehand, and wear comfortable clothing with easy sleeve access. Have a spot ready where you can sit or recline comfortably. There's nothing to clean up afterward, since the nurse handles all supplies. You can typically resume normal activities right away. Because Drip Refresh comes to you 24/7 and often same-day, you can schedule around your routine, making it easy to fit a session into a busy day.

Where can a nurse deliver an IV?

A Drip Refresh nurse can deliver your IV almost anywhere you're comfortable: your home, hotel room, office, vacation rental, or event venue. This flexibility makes mobile IV therapy popular with travelers recovering from flights, wedding parties prepping for the big day, and professionals who'd rather stay at their desk. Service covers 170+ cities across the US, Canada, and internationally, so whether you're at home or traveling, you can often book a visit. Just provide your address when booking, and the nurse comes to that location. Contact Drip Refresh to confirm coverage and same-day availability in your area.