1 ingredient
Flu Buster
R650
What’s in it
- High-dose vitamin CAn antioxidant that supports normal immune function.
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Patient guide
IV therapy, with a doctor’s care.
Vitamins and minerals given through a small drip in your arm, in a calm room and only after a medical assessment. Here’s what’s in each drip, what to expect, and when a drip isn’t the right answer.
Every drip
Assessment first
During your drip
Monitored throughout
- 3drips to choose from
- Assessedby a doctor before every drip
- Monitoredfrom start to finish
- From R650private fees, shown upfront
How it works, in plain words.
IV (intravenous) therapy delivers fluid with vitamins and minerals straight into a vein, through a thin, soft tube placed in your arm. Because it bypasses your stomach, the nutrients reach your bloodstream directly.
- 01
Assessment first
We check your health, medicines and allergies before every drip, so it’s safe for you on the day.
- 02
A small drip
A thin, flexible tube is placed in a vein in your arm with a fine needle, which is removed straight away.
- 03
Sit back
You relax in a comfortable chair while the drip runs, and we check on you throughout.
- 04
Back to your day
The tube comes out, a plaster goes on, and most people carry on with their day.
Honest expectations
- Food first
- Most people get the vitamins they need from a balanced diet. A blood test can show if you’re actually low in something like vitamin B12 or iron.
- The evidence
- Research on vitamin drips for energy, immunity or burnout in healthy people is still limited. A drip can be a supportive boost, not a cure.
- Not instead of care
- If you’ve felt exhausted or unwell for weeks, a proper check-up to find the cause comes first.
Safety first
Is it right for you?
IV therapy is a medical treatment. For most healthy adults it’s low risk, but it isn’t for everyone.
Every drip starts with a medical assessment, not a menu.
Before every drip we check
- Your blood pressure and pulse
- Your medical history, medicines and allergies
- How you’re feeling today, and why you’d like a drip
- Whether a consultation or blood test would help you more
Not suitable, or extra care needed, if you have
- Kidney disease, or a history of kidney stones
- Heart failure, or been told to limit your fluids
- G6PD deficiency, which matters for high-dose vitamin C
- A pregnancy, or you are breastfeeding
- An allergy to any of the ingredients
Your visit, step by step.
From arriving to heading home, this is what happens.
- 01
Assessment
A short medical check: your blood pressure, health history, medicines and allergies, and how you’re feeling today.
- 02
Drip placed
A thin, soft tube goes into a vein in your arm. You’ll feel a quick sharp scratch, then usually nothing more.
- 03
Relax
Sit back while the drip runs slowly. We check on you throughout, so tell us if anything feels uncomfortable.
- 04
Home
The tube is removed and a plaster goes on. Most people can drive and carry on with their day.
Please book ahead so we can set aside a comfortable chair and time for your assessment.
Make the most of your drip.
A little preparation makes your visit easier and more comfortable.
Eat beforehand
Have a light meal before you come, so you don’t feel light-headed.
Drink water
Being well hydrated makes it easier to find a vein.
Loose sleeves
Wear something that rolls up easily above the elbow.
Bring something
A book, music or your phone helps the time pass.
Tell us straight away
If you feel light-headed, cold, itchy, or the drip site hurts, let us know.
Afterwards
Keep the plaster on for a few hours. A small bruise can happen and fades by itself.
Contact us if you notice
- Pain, redness, swelling or warmth at the drip site that gets worse
- A red line spreading up your arm from the drip site
- Fever or feeling unwell after your drip
- A new rash or itching
WhatsApp 060 012 0681
Swelling of your face, lips or tongue, or difficulty breathing, needs help immediately: go to your nearest emergency unit.
Side effects, honestly.
Side effects are usually mild. These are the ones worth knowing about.
- Common
A small bruise or slight tenderness where the drip went in, which fades within a few days.
- Sometimes
Feeling light-headed, a cool sensation in the arm, or a metallic taste during the drip. Slowing it down usually helps.
- Uncommon
Irritation or inflammation of the vein, or fluid leaking into the skin around the drip. We stop the drip and look after it.
- Rare
An allergic reaction. This is why we stay with you and watch for it throughout.
Your questions, answered.
Does it hurt?
You’ll feel a quick sharp scratch when the drip goes in. After that, most people feel nothing more than a cool sensation in the arm.
How long does it take?
Allow about an hour for your visit, including your assessment. We’ll tell you what to expect when you book.
Will my medical aid pay?
IV vitamin drips are usually a private service and not covered by medical aid. Our fees are listed above.
How often can I have a drip?
That depends on you and why you’re having it. Dr. Madri will advise you; there is usually no need for regular drips if you’re eating well and healthy.
I have flu. Should I book a drip?
If you have a high fever, are very unwell or are struggling to breathe, book a consultation instead. A drip doesn’t replace treatment for a serious infection.
Can I drive afterwards?
Yes, most people can. If you felt faint during the drip, rest until you feel yourself again.
Book your drip, unhurried.
Message us on WhatsApp to book a drip or ask whether IV therapy is right for you. We’ll make time for your assessment and your questions.
This guide offers general information and doesn’t replace a consultation with your doctor.