IV therapy is no longer exclusive to hospitals — it has become one of the most sought-after protocols in modern wellness. Athletes, executives, travelers and people who want to take care of themselves from the inside are incorporating it into their routine. Is it worth it? Is it just a fad? Let us explain.
What exactly is it?
IV therapy consists of administering vitamins, minerals and amino acids directly into the bloodstream through an IV drip. The big advantage: 100% bioavailability. When you take vitamins orally, you only absorb a fraction (between 10-50% depending on the vitamin). Intravenously, everything that enters is utilized.
What is it for?
- Recover energy after long trips, jet lag or sleepless nights
- Boost the immune system in flu seasons or weather changes
- Deep hydration after intense sport or hangover
- Improve skin (vitamin C and glutathione protocols brighten it)
- Reduce stress and fatigue with magnesium and B complex
- Nutritional support in people with intestinal absorption problems
Available protocols at Almaluna
Each patient is different, so we offer personalized protocols:
Energy Boost
To recover vitality. Combines B complex + magnesium + carnitine + amino acids. Ideal after traveling, before an important event or when you're carrying accumulated fatigue.
Glow & Beauty
Designed for rejuvenation from within. Contains high-dose vitamin C + glutathione + biotin + zinc. Improves luminosity, strengthens hair and nails, and combats oxidative skin damage.
Immune Defense
Boosts your defenses. Vitamin C + zinc + selenium + B complex. Recommended during seasonal changes, before trips to virus-heavy destinations, or when you feel "something coming on".
Athletic Recovery
For athletes or people with intense training. Hydrates, replenishes electrolytes and provides amino acids for muscle recovery.
Detox & Wellness
Supports detoxification processes with glutathione + N-acetylcysteine + vitamin C. Helps the liver better process daily toxins.
What's the session like?
- Medical assessment: we review your history, habits and goals
- Protocol design personalized to your case
- IV drip application in a comfortable chair, with dim lights and calm music (45-60 min)
- You leave feeling light, hydrated and energized
When do you notice the effects?
Some effects are immediate: hydration, sense of wellbeing, energy. Others take 24-48 hours to fully manifest: better sleep, better mood, brighter skin.
How often?
- Once a month as general wellness maintenance
- Every 15 days in periods of high physical or mental demand
- Specific sessions before/after trips, events or extra effort
Is it safe?
Yes, when applied in a medical environment with professional supervision. At Almaluna:
- All sessions are supervised by a doctor
- We use only pharmaceutical vitamins approved by INVIMA
- We perform prior assessment to detect contraindications
- Materials are disposable, sterile, single-use
Who shouldn't have it?
- People with uncontrolled chronic kidney disease
- Decompensated heart failure
- Known allergy to any of the components
- Pregnancy (evaluated case by case)
What if I just want to try it?
Your first session includes a free medical assessment. We advise you on which protocol is best for you — with no commitment to continue. Many patients who come "just to try" stay because they feel the difference from the very first session.