IV Therapy
Intravenous (IV) therapy is a process of administering fluids and nutrients in a vein so that they can be absorbed and used by the body almost immediately. Because it bypasses the digestive system and travels straight to the organs, 90-100% of the nutrients administered by IV therapy are absorbed. Intravenous (IV) therapy is the administration of fluids, drugs, nutrients, or blood straight into a vein. In intravenous (IV) therapy, a small plastic tube called a cannula is inserted into a vein and connected to a needle and a fluid bag. Electrolytes, glucose, and water are common components of intravenous fluid.
What Are Intravenous Therapies Used For?
IV therapy is used for several purposes, including:
- Hangover relief
- Athletic fitness recovery
- Immunity support
- Cold and flu relief
- Inflammation and pain
- Malabsorption or other gut issues
- Fatigue
- Dehydration
What Are The Ingredients Used In IV Therapy?
VITAMINS
- B-Complex
Vitamin B complex contains these vitamins:
- B1 (thiamine): Thiamine is vital to metabolism because it aids in transforming food into usable energy.
- B2 (riboflavin): Riboflavin is an antioxidant that also plays a role in converting food into energy.
- B3 (niacin): Niacin is involved in cellular signaling and metabolic processes, as well as the creation and repair of DNA. It is also used to synthesize NAD, which acts as a coenzyme.
- B5 (pantothenic acid): Pantothenic acid, like the other B vitamins, is necessary for the body to extract energy from the food you eat. It is also involved in the creation of hormones and cholesterol.
- B6 (pyridoxine): Pyridoxine plays an important role in the metabolism of amino acids, the generation of red blood cells, and synthesizing neurotransmitters.
- B7 (biotin): Besides its role as a regulator of gene expression, biotin plays a crucial role in the metabolism of carbohydrates and fats.
- B9 (folate): Folate is essential for the development of new cells, the metabolism of amino acids, the production of both red and white blood cells, and healthy cell division. (1)
- B12 (cobalamin): B12 is necessary for the proper functioning of the nervous system, the synthesis of DNA, and the maturation of red blood cells. It is perhaps the most well-known of all the B vitamins.
Contraindication of Vit B complex:
- Low potassium
- Leber’s hereditary optic neuropathy
- Inflammation of gastric mucosa
- Removal of the Stomach
Side effects of B-complex:
Large doses of supplemental B3 (niacin) can cause adverse effects such as nausea and vomiting, elevated blood sugar levels, skin flushing, and even liver damage. In addition, taking excessive amounts of vitamin B6 might result in nerve damage, sensitivity to light, and painful skin sores. There is a possibility that taking B-complex supplements will cause your urine to become bright yellow as an adverse effect.
- Vitamin C
Vitamin C aids in the creation of collagen, a protein crucial to the health of connective tissues. Vitamin C helps in the reduction of stretch marks and is essential in the healing process of wounds.
Contraindications:
- G6PD deficiency
- Hyperoxaluria
- Impaired iron storage
- Anemia
- Kidney stones
- Renal failure (2)
Side effects:
- headache
- dizziness
- Flushing
- Drowsiness
- Tiredness
- sluggishness
MINERALS
- Zinc
Zinc is a mineral found in many organs and tissues in high concentrations. It plays an important role in maintaining immunological and metabolic health and promoting speedy recovery from injury. Zinc deficiency in children causes them to develop slowly, which can cause problems with reproduction and anorexia later in life.
Contraindication:
Zinc is contraindicated in renal failure
Side effects:
- Hypotension
- Pulmonary edema
- Diarrhea and vomiting
- Magnesium
Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a role in more than 300 metabolic activities and enzyme systems. The creation of energy and protein synthesis both rely heavily on magnesium. The degrees of fatigue and exhaustion can be reduced by magnesium. The cardiovascular system benefits from magnesium. It also aids in glucose and pressure control. (3)
Side effects:
- Heart disturbances
- Confusion
- Weakness
- hypotension
Contraindications:
- Myasthenia gravis
- Cardiac ischemia
- Renal failure
- Selenium
Selenium has gotten a lot of attention because it acts as an antioxidant. Antioxidants prevent free radicals from harming cells.
Contraindication:
- Cancer
- Heart disease
Side effects:
- Fever
- Bad breath
- Nausea
- Liver and heart problems
NORMAL SALINE
Fluid and electrolyte replacement solutions like Normal Saline (sodium chloride) Injection help restore hydration and normal functioning. Generic versions of Normal Saline are now easily accessible. (4)
Side Effects:
- Temperature
- Redness at the injection site
- Inflammation
Contraindication:
- Primary or secondary aldosteronism
- Peripheral edema
- Cardiac failure
- Kidney failure
AMINES
1.Glutathione
Glutathione is an antioxidant that helps keep cells from getting damaged. This antioxidant binds to toxins in the body, making it easier for the body to get rid of them. Glutathione is involved in many metabolic and biochemical processes, repairing and making new DNA. A lack of glutathione can lead to more oxidative stress in the body, so taking a supplement is a great way to stop free radicals from damaging and lower oxidative stress at the cellular level. (5)
Side effects:
- Redness
- Itching
- Irritation at the site of injection
Contraindication:
Glutathione is contraindicated in sulfa allergy
- Lysine
Lysine is an essential amino acid, which means the body can’t make it on its own and needs to get it from food. Lysine and lysine supplements might help cure cold sores, lower blood pressure, and stop the symptoms of lysine deficiency, among other things.
Side effects:
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Renal failure
Contraindication:
- Osteoporosis
- Lysoruric protein intolerance
- Kidney failure
- Methionine
Methionine has antioxidant properties. It shields the body from ionizing radiation’s harmful effects. It also helps the body eliminate dangerous compounds like heavy metals. It might also stop acetaminophen intoxication from causing liver damage.
Side Effects:
- Tumor growth
- Heart disease
- Brain damage
Contraindication:
- Metabolic acidosis
- liver disease
- Tri Amino
Tri-amino boosts the amount of nitric oxide in the body, which may lower blood pressure and speed up blood flow. It stimulates the pituitary gland, which raises the human growth hormone (HGH) to a healthy level. It also boosts lean body mass, athletic performance, and heart health.
Side effects:
- abdominal pain
- Bloating
Contraindication:
- Metabolic disorder
- Hepatic coma
- Renal failure
- Amino blend
They play an important role in protein synthesis, tissue repair, and nutrition absorption. Some of these supplements may also help you maintain your muscle mass, speed up your recovery time after surgery, and enhance your happiness, rest, and performance.
Side effects:
- Bloating
- Dry skin
- Cough
- Blue lips
Contraindication:
- Hepatic coma
- Impaired nitrogen utilization
- Severe kidney failure
OTHER INGREDIENTS
- Inositol
Inositol is a naturally occurring sugar that can also be found in some foods. There are nine distinct variations. Mental disorders like panic disorder, sadness, and OCD may benefit from inositol since it may restore chemical balance in the body. Additionally, it may improve insulin’s efficacy.
People take inositol to treat metabolic and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and lessen the likelihood of having a premature baby. Insomnia, bipolar illness, post-traumatic stress disorder, and many other diseases are also treated with it, despite the lack of solid scientific proof for most of these applications.
Side effects:
- Gas
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
Contraindication:
Inositol is contraindicated in patients taking diabetes medications.
- Choline
Choline is involved in a wide variety of biochemical processes. It plays a crucial role in properly developing the nervous system and the brain. Also, choline may help reduce asthma-related inflammation and swelling. Many people use choline to improve their memory, enhance their cognitive abilities, and even prevent some congenital disabilities, although these uses are not well supported by science.
Side effects:
- Skin rash
- Dizziness
- Swelling of eyelids
- Toradol
Ketorolac tromethamine is a kind of painkiller sold under the brand name Toradol. This nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) is intended to relieve moderate to severe pain temporarily. Natural substance prostaglandin produces inflammation and pain at the site of tissue damage or infection; Toradol reduces its synthesis. Facial edema and fever can both be reduced with the use of Toradol.
Side effects:
- Cramping
- Cloudy urine.
- Visual problems
Contraindication:
- GIT bleeding
- Peptic ulcer
- Zofran
The use of Zofran can alleviate nausea and keep you from throwing up. In addition, it aids in postoperative recovery and reduces chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
Side effects:
- Headache
- Fever
- Lightheadedness,
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Constipation,
Contraindication:
- Hypomagnesemia
- Hypokalemia
- Hypocalcemia
- Extrapyramidal disease
- Benadryl
Benadryl Alleviates Cold and Allergy Symptoms. Sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose, watery eyes, and a scratchy throat are just some of the symptoms that can be alleviated by using this remedy.
Side effects:
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Headache
- vision changes
- Dry mouth
Contraindication:
- Premature infants
- Breastfeeding mothers.
- Pregnancy
6. Acetylcysteine
Acetylcysteine is often used as an antidote for acetaminophen overdose because it can increase glutathione levels. However, it is also used to treat alcoholic hepatitis and prevent CIN.
Side effects:
- Fast heartbeat.
- The Feeling of warmth.
- Itching
- joint pain
Contraindication:
- Anaphylactoid reaction to acetylcysteine
- Pepcid
Pepcid is effective in treating stomach and intestine ulcers and can also be used to prevent the recurrence of these conditions. Some conditions affecting the digestive tract and the food pipe (esophagus) are also remedied with this drug (such as GERD and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It plays its role by reducing the production of stomach acid.
Side effects:
- Headache
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
Contraindication:
- Stomach cancer.
- Chronic kidney disease
- Alpha lipoic acid
Since it helps other antioxidants like vitamins C and E and glutathione, ALA has been called “the universal antioxidant.” ALA prevents all the organs of the body from oxidative free radicals.
Side effects:
- Insomnia
- Fatigue
- Diarrhea
- skin rash
Contraindication:
- Liver disease.
- Consumption of large amounts of alcohol.
- Diabetic
- A thyroid disorder
- A thiamine deficiency
- Lipo B12
Lipotropic B12 injections aid in weight loss in several ways. They help you feel more energized during your workout and speed up your metabolism, allowing you to get rid of more fat during your training.
Side effects:
- extreme fatigue
- gastrointestinal upset
- hunger pangs
- Allergic reaction
- Lactated ringers
Lactated Ringer’s injection replenishes electrolytes and water loss in individuals with low blood volume or blood pressure. As a result, it can raise the body’s pH and provide other health benefits.
Side effects:
- Chest tightness or pain
- Slow heart rate
- Decreased urinary volume
- Shortage of breath
Contraindication:
Lactated Ringer’s solution is contraindicated in hyperkalemia.
