Winter in the Capital Region has a way of wearing people down. Shorter days, holiday travel, busy schedules, dry indoor heat, and cold and flu season all add up. If you’re feeling run-down, you may have heard about IV therapy and wondered whether it could help, and which drip you’d actually choose.
This guide walks you through the five IV blends we offer at Clifton Park Medical Aesthetic, what’s in each one, and how to decide which may fit your needs this season.
What Is IV Therapy?
IV therapy delivers fluids and selected vitamins, minerals, or amino acids directly into the bloodstream through a small intravenous line. Because the ingredients are given intravenously, they don’t rely on digestion the way pills and drinks do.
Every session at our practice is physician-supervised. Before your first infusion, we review your health history to make sure IV therapy is appropriate for you and to choose the right formula. A session usually takes 30 to 45 minutes, and you can go back to your day right afterward.
IV therapy isn’t a substitute for medical care, a balanced diet, rest, or a flu shot. Individual experiences vary.
Our Five IV Blends
Restore: Immune Support
What’s in it: High-dose vitamin C, zinc, and B vitamins.
Who it’s for: People who want to support their immune system during cold and flu season, around holiday gatherings, or before travel. Vitamin C and zinc both play roles in normal immune function.
Energize: For Fatigue and Focus
What’s in it: B-complex vitamins and amino acids.
Who it’s for: Anyone feeling drained by long workdays and dark winter afternoons. B vitamins are involved in the body’s normal energy metabolism.
Radiance: Skin Support From Within
What’s in it: Biotin, vitamin C, and glutathione.
Who it’s for: People whose skin feels dull or dry in winter. Vitamin C is involved in normal collagen formation, and glutathione is an antioxidant your body produces naturally. Read more about IV therapy and your skin.
Hydrate: Fluids and Electrolytes
What’s in it: A fluid-forward infusion with electrolytes and anti-nausea support.
Who it’s for: Recovering from travel and jet lag, bouncing back after a stomach bug, or after a late holiday night. Indoor heating and cold, dry air can also leave many people under-hydrated without realizing it.
Wellness: Recovery for Active Lifestyles
What’s in it: Amino acids and electrolytes.
Who it’s for: People who keep training through the winter, whether that’s skiing, the gym, or a winter running plan, and want to support muscle recovery and rehydration.
Quick Guide: Which Drip Fits Your Winter?
| If you’re… | Consider |
|---|---|
| Heading into cold and flu season or traveling for the holidays | Restore |
| Feeling tired and foggy on short winter days | Energize |
| Noticing dull, dry winter skin | Radiance |
| Recovering from travel, a stomach bug, or a long night | Hydrate |
| Training hard and feeling sore | Wellness |
Not sure? That’s what your consultation is for. Your provider will recommend a formula based on your health history and goals. We also offer NAD+ and the Myers’ Cocktail, and can talk you through whether either fits your needs.
How Often Should You Get an IV Drip?
It depends on your goals. Some patients come in once, before a trip or a big event. Others schedule an IV session monthly or seasonally as part of their wellness routine. We’ll help you find the frequency that makes sense for you.
What to Expect at Your Visit
- Consultation and screening. We review your health history and goals, and confirm which formula, if any, is right for you.
- Your infusion. You’ll feel a brief pinch when the IV line is placed, similar to a blood draw. Then you can relax, read, or catch up on email for 30 to 45 minutes.
- Back to your day. There’s no downtime. Many patients say they feel a difference the same day, though results vary.
IV drips start at $75. See our current offers for this season’s pricing, or explore our other wellness therapies.
Book your free consultation or call us at (518) 491-1765. We serve Clifton Park, Halfmoon, Malta, Ballston Spa, and the greater Capital Region.
Have more questions first? Visit our FAQ page or call us directly at (518) 491-1765.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which IV drip is best for cold and flu season?
Our Restore blend contains high-dose vitamin C, zinc, and B vitamins, nutrients that play roles in normal immune function. It’s a popular choice in winter, but it isn’t a replacement for a flu shot or medical care. Your provider will confirm whether it’s right for you.
How long does an IV therapy session take?
Most sessions take 30 to 45 minutes, depending on the formula. There’s no downtime, so you can return to your normal routine right away.
Does IV therapy hurt?
Most patients feel only a brief pinch when the IV line is placed, similar to a standard blood draw. The infusion itself is painless.
Is IV therapy safe?
All IV therapy at our practice is physician-supervised, and we review your medical history before your first session to make sure it’s a safe fit for you.
How much does IV therapy cost in Clifton Park?
IV drips at Clifton Park Medical Aesthetic start at $75 per session. Pricing depends on the formula, and we’ll confirm your cost before your infusion.
Do I need an appointment?
We recommend booking ahead to make sure we have availability, though we’re happy to fit in walk-ins when we can. You can book online or call (518) 491-1765.
