IV Therapy

IV Hydration Therapy, IV Nutritional Therapy, IV Vitamin Therapy

IV Therapy in Asheville, NC

IV hydration therapy and IV nutrient therapy have many proven and clinically significant benefits. IV therapy is the fastest and most efficient delivery method for fluids and essential nutrients. This is because it works intravascularly, directly reaching the circulatory system and bypassing the digestive system for immediate use and 90% absorption by the body.  Research has recognized the role of IV therapy in improving and lessening symptoms in specific conditions. Reported findings have shown immune-supportive, antioxidant, anti-aging, and cellular supportive/efficiency benefits.

IV Hydration Therapy

IV hydration therapy is utilized when the goal of IV therapy is to increase hydration and allow rapid fluid delivery. Dehydration is the clinical condition resulting from an imbalance between fluid intake and fluid loss, resulting in electrolyte imbalance, which can lead to numerous symptoms and, if severe and left untreated, can result in organ dysfunction. Early recognition and timely intervention are the best ways to prevent more severe outcomes.

Causes of dehydration vary from acute to chronic deficiencies from illness, metabolic dysfunction, and environmental factors. Older adults have a 20–30% higher risk for dehydration, but dehydration affects an overall 16–21% of all adults.

causes of dehydration

IV hydration therapy can be used as a stand-alone acute treatment or as part of a long-term treatment regime. IV fluids enter the bloodstream, bypassing the gut, restoring hydration in minutes. Oral fluids are limited by how much can be absorbed at a time and inefficient if absorption is compromised, or the person has imbalanced electrolytes, which are included in the fluids during IV hydration therapy.

Symptoms of dehydration will improve rapidly with IV fluids.

symptoms of dehydration

IV Vitamin Therapy (IV Nutritional Therapy)

IV vitamin therapy, like hydration therapy, allows essential nutrients directly into circulation by bypassing the digestive tract, allowing people with nutrient absorption issues and/or depleted levels of nutrients to replenish them quickly and safely. Some vitamins and nutrients are not readily bioavailable from oral supplementation, and IV therapy allows for maximum absorption. IV vitamin therapy is more beneficial than oral in that it allows enhanced bioavailability, higher therapeutic dosages, and targeted nutrient replenishment, making it ideal for those seeking optimal health benefits.

benefit of nutrient iv therapy

What Is IV Therapy Used For?

Performance and Wellness Optimization

IV therapy can be beneficial as a complementary treatment to ongoing health and wellness goals by supporting hydration, nutrient status, metabolic function, and cellular systems used for energy support, recovery, physiological support, and resilience.

Fatigue and Low Energy

IV therapy may support fatigue and low energy by improving hydration, electrolyte balance, and nutrient availability involved in cellular energy production and mitochondrial function.

Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia

For individuals experiencing chronic fatigue or fibromyalgia, IV therapy may help by improving hydration, supporting mitochondrial energy production, optimizing electrolyte balance, and supporting antioxidant systems involved in cellular resilience and neuromuscular function.

Cognitive Function and Brain Fog

IV therapy may support cognitive function and brain clarity by improving hydration, optimizing electrolyte balance, and delivering nutrients involved in cerebral blood flow, neurotransmitter activity, and cellular energy metabolism. This may help support mental focus, alertness, and overall cognitive performance, particularly in individuals experiencing brain fog related to dehydration, stress, illness, or nutrient depletion.

Travel and Illness Recovery

IV therapy may support recovery from travel or illness by rapidly restoring hydration, replenishing electrolytes, and delivering nutrients involved in energy metabolism and immune function. This can help reduce fatigue, support circulation, and promote a faster return to normal physiological balance.

High Stress and Burnout

IV therapy may support individuals experiencing stress or burnout by restoring hydration, replenishing nutrients involved in nervous system function, and supporting metabolic and antioxidant systems that influence energy, resilience, and recovery.

IV Therapy for Depression and PTSD

IV therapy may offer rapid support for individuals experiencing symptoms of depression or PTSD by influencing brain pathways involved in mood regulation, emotional processing, and stress response. When administered under medical supervision, this approach may help support emotional resilience, mental clarity, and overall psychological well-being.

Anti-aging and Mitochondrial Repair

NAD therapy supports cellular energy production, mitochondrial function, and key longevity pathways involved in DNA repair and metabolic resilience. By replenishing declining NAD⁺ levels, this therapy is designed to promote cellular vitality, cognitive clarity, and healthy aging at the foundational biological level.

IV Therapy at InVigorate Asheville 

IV therapy can be used for a broad range of goals and needs. It provides a rapid and reliable way to hydrate and replenish nutrients. Its uses and benefits are dependent on the specific nutrients added to each IV. Patients find IV therapy to have both immediate and long lasting benefits. Some of the most common uses for IV therapy include hydration, hang-over help, nutrient deficiency, jet-lag, chronic illness, athletic performance, pain management, anti-aging, energy, immune boosting, beautification, detoxification, inflammation, anxiety, and depression.  At Invigorate Asheville, we have prepared a menu of IVs created for the most common needs for our clients. All of our IVs are customizable, and our knowledgeable staff is here to help customize a personalized IV specific to your needs. Each visit includes complimentary drinks, snacks and warm blankets to ensure supreme comfort.

Invigorate Asheville IV Therapy Menu:

  • Myer’s Cocktail $129
  • Simply Invigorate $99
  • Restore $149
  • Invigorate Over-indulgence $179
  • Invigorate Immune Boost $179
  • Invigorate Performance $199
  • Invigorate Glow $199
  • Reduce $199
  • Power of 10 Detox $229
  • Performance $209
  • Glow Plus $249
  • Vitamin C Plus $249

Please see our IV Pricing page for the content and benefits for each drip.

Specialty IV Therapy Services

*IV therapy is not a substitute for mental health care and is intended to support overall wellness. Individuals with mental health conditions should consult with a qualified healthcare provider

References and Research:

Taylor K, Tripathi AK. Adult Dehydration. [Updated 2025 Mar 5]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK555956/

Samruddhi Yardi, Dehydration Statistics 2025 By Health and Conditions  Updated · Jan 14, 2025, https://media.market.us/author/samruddhi-yardi/

Alangari A. To IV or Not to IV: The Science Behind Intravenous Vitamin Therapy. Cureus. 2025 Jun 22;17(6):e86527. doi: 10.7759/cureus.86527. PMID: 40548149; PMCID: PMC12182718. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40548149/

Gaby AR. Intravenous nutrient therapy: the "Myers' cocktail". Altern Med Rev. 2002 Oct;7(5):389-403. PMID: 12410623. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12410623/

Syed AM, Karius AK, Ma J, Wang PY, Hwang PM. Mitochondrial Dysfunction in Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Physiology (Bethesda). 2025 Jul 1;40(4):0. doi: 10.1152/physiol.00056.2024. Epub 2025 Feb 17. PMID: 39960432; PMCID: PMC12151296. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12151296/

Feder A, Parides MK, Murrough JW, Perez AM, Morgan JE, Saxena S, Kirkwood K, Aan Het Rot M, Lapidus KA, Wan LB, Iosifescu D, Charney DS. Efficacy of intravenous for treatment of chronic posttraumatic stress disorder: a randomized clinical trial. JAMA Psychiatry. 2014 Jun;71(6):681-8. doi: 10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2014.62. PMID: 24740528. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24740528/

Gawronska J, Koyanagi A, López Sánchez GF, Veronese N, Ilie PC, Carrie A, Smith L, Soysal P. The Prevalence and Indications of Intravenous Rehydration Therapy in Hospital Settings: A Systematic Review. Epidemiologia (Basel). 2022 Dec 31;4(1):18-32. doi: 10.3390/epidemiologia4010002. PMID: 36648776; PMCID: PMC9844368 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9844368/

 

Medical & Wellness Disclaimer
Statements on this website have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). IV therapy services are provided for hydration, nutrient delivery, and general wellness support only and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition.

IV therapy services may support overall wellness, hydration, and nutrient balance but are not intended as treatment for mental health conditions, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, or mood disorders. These services should not replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a licensed healthcare or mental health professional. Individuals with medical or mental health concerns should consult an appropriate qualified provider.