IV Therpapy in St Albans
At Doctor D Clinic in St Albans, we offer IV vitamin therapy – a powerful wellness treatment that delivers a concentrated blend of vitamins, minerals, and nutrients directly into your bloodstream for maximum absorption and immediate benefit. Whether you're looking to boost energy, support immunity, enhance skin and hair health, or simply optimise your overall wellness, our tailored IV drips provide targeted nutrition that your body can use effectively.
By bypassing the digestive system, IV therapy ensures that 100% of these vital nutrients reach your cells, helping you feel revitalised, recharged, and ready to perform at your best.
Dr Dharshini Rajasooriyer is a highly qualified and experienced clinician based in St Albans who brings together years of emergency medical training with a specialised focus in regenerative & aesthetic medicine, helping her clients feel confident, revitalised, and naturally restored.
What is IV Therapy?
IV (intravenous) therapy delivers a powerful blend of vitamins, minerals, and nutrients directly into your bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system for maximum absorption. This means your body can use these nutrients more effectively, helping to replenish, restore, and revitalise you from within.
Unlike oral supplements, which must pass through your digestive system where they may be broken down, poorly absorbed, or partially eliminated before reaching your cells, IV therapy delivers nutrients directly where they're needed most. This provides:
• 100% bioavailability – all nutrients reach your bloodstream
• Immediate effects – you often feel the benefits during or shortly after treatment
• Higher concentrations – achieve therapeutic levels impossible with oral supplementation
• Targeted support – customised formulas address your specific health goals
IV drips are tailored to your individual needs, with different formulas designed to support energy levels, immune health, skin, hair, and overall wellness.
How Does IV Therapy Work?
During your IV therapy session, a small cannula (thin tube) is gently inserted into a vein in your arm. A carefully formulated solution containing vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other beneficial nutrients is then slowly administered directly into your bloodstream over 30-60 minutes, depending on the formula.
Because the nutrients bypass your digestive system entirely, they avoid the barriers that typically limit absorption:
• No breakdown by stomach acid that can destroy sensitive vitamins
• No competition with food that can interfere with nutrient absorption
• No loss through incomplete digestion – especially beneficial if you have digestive issues
• Immediate cellular delivery for rapid replenishment and therapeutic effect
Benefits of IV Therapy in St Albans
IV therapy offers numerous advantages for health, wellness, and performance:
Maximum Absorption
100% bioavailability means all nutrients reach your cells
Rapid Results
Feel the benefits during or immediately after treatment
Enhanced Energy
Replenish depleted nutrients for sustained energy and vitality
Immune Support
Strengthen your body's defense against illness and infection
Improved Hydration
Rapidly restore fluid balance and electrolytes
Detoxification
Support your body's natural cleansing processes
Skin Health
Promote radiance, brightness, and anti-aging from within
Hair and Nail Strength
Nourish and support healthy growth
Athletic Recovery
Reduce fatigue and accelerate muscle recovery
Stress Relief
Support your nervous system and promote relaxation
Better Than Oral Supplements
Bypass digestive limitations for superior results
Customisable
Tailored formulations to address your specific needs
Combining IV Drips with Other Treatments
IV therapy can be effectively combined with other aesthetic and wellness treatments to enhance overall results and support comprehensive health optimisation:
• Skin Treatments (Peels, Microneedling, PRP): IV vitamin therapy supports skin healing and collagen production from within, complementing external treatments for enhanced rejuvenation results.
• Polynucleotides or PRP: Combine bio-regenerative treatments with IV nutrition for comprehensive cellular support and optimal tissue repair.
• Medical-Grade Skincare: Products like Obagi work from the outside while IV therapy nourishes from within, creating a powerful inside-out approach to skin health.
• Injectable Treatments (Botox, Fillers): IV drips with vitamins C and glutathione can support healing after injectable treatments and promote optimal results.
• Pre and Post-Treatment Support: Schedule IV therapy before aesthetic procedures to optimise your nutritional status, or after treatments to support healing and recovery.
• Wellness Programs: Incorporate regular IV therapy into a comprehensive wellness plan that may include nutrition counselling, fitness optimisation, and stress management.
During your consultation, we'll discuss how IV therapy can be integrated with other treatments you're receiving or considering to create a holistic approach to your health and aesthetic goals.
IV Therapy FAQs
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Many patients feel more energised, hydrated, and refreshed during or immediately after their IV therapy session. Some benefits, like improved immunity or enhanced hair and skin health, develop progressively over days to weeks with regular treatments.
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Side effects are rare and typically mild. Some patients experience temporary warmth or flushing, a metallic taste, or slight tenderness at the injection site. Serious complications are extremely uncommon when IV therapy is administered by qualified professionals using proper techniques.
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Yes, for achieving therapeutic doses quickly. Oral supplements must pass through your digestive system, where absorption can be limited by factors like stomach acid, food interactions, and individual digestive health. IV therapy delivers 100% of nutrients directly to your bloodstream for immediate use.
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Most IV drip sessions take 30-60 minutes, depending on the formula and your individual tolerance. We'll never rush your treatment – you can relax and take the time you need.
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Pricing varies depending on the type of IV drip you choose. During your consultation, we'll provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees. We also offer package deals for patients interested in regular IV therapy.