What is in a Myers cocktail IV, and what does research show?

IV vitamin therapy delivers a liquid mixture of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants into your bloodstream through a vein. The classic Myers blend is named for the physician who first used it. A practitioner's review describes the modified version as consisting of magnesium, calcium, B vitamins, and vitamin C.

Our Original IV is our version of this classic: vitamin C, B vitamins and minerals, with IV fluids. A nurse gives it while you relax, and Wanda reviews your health history first.

Here is the honest picture. The best-known controlled study of the Myers cocktail was a small pilot study. It was randomized, double-blind and placebo-controlled, and it enrolled 34 adults with fibromyalgia.

The result was mixed. The researchers reported that no statistically significant differences were seen between the groups on any outcome measure. They concluded that the effect of the Myers cocktail compared with placebo is as yet uncertain. They also noted a single minor adverse event, in one person in the IV group.

That is one small study of one group of people, so it cannot tell us how the blend works for everyone else. It also does not show that the blend does nothing. It shows that more careful research is needed. We will not promise you a result that the research has not shown.

Cleveland Clinic lists some possible downsides of IV vitamin therapy in general. These include infection or bruising at the needle site, and possible vitamin toxicity if the dose is too high. It also points out that hydration clinics and spas are largely unregulated.

• Ask how the drip is made. Cleveland Clinic suggests asking how a clinic formulates its vitamin drips.
• Talk with your own provider first. Cleveland Clinic recommends this before trying IV vitamin therapy, especially if you have a health condition, are pregnant, or take medicine.
• Pick a clinic that explains things plainly. A good team answers your questions and does not rush you.

Our Original IV (Myers Cocktail) is $200.00 for 500 mL and $300.00 for 1000 mL, as listed on our price page. If you would rather not travel, we also offer mobile IV visits, and you can browse all of our IV therapy options.

The Myers cocktail is a well-known blend with a long history, and the research on it is still thin. If you are curious, talk with our team first and tell us about your health history. When you are ready, you can book a visit.