IV drip therapy delivers fluids, vitamins and other selected ingredients directly into a vein through a small cannula, under medical supervision. At Charisma Medical Group, IV drips are a family of treatments — immune booster, glutathione, NAD+, exosome, stem cell and weight loss drips — and each one starts with a doctor consultation to decide whether an IV drip is appropriate for you. Use this page to understand the options and go straight to the IV therapy you want to book.
IV therapy sits alongside the aesthetic and wellness services offered across Charisma Medical Group’s clinics in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.
What is an IV drip and who is it for?
An IV drip (intravenous infusion) is a way of giving fluids and nutrients straight into the bloodstream rather than by mouth. The formulation, dose and frequency are chosen by a doctor for each person, which is why there is no single “standard” drip.
IV therapy is generally considered for adults who, after a medical review of their health history and current medications, are judged suitable by the treating doctor. An IV drip is not a replacement for the diagnosis or treatment of a medical condition, a balanced diet or prescribed medicine.
How IV therapy works
Because an infusion enters the circulation directly, it bypasses the digestive system. The doctor selects the ingredients according to your consultation findings, a nurse places the cannula, and the infusion runs slowly while you rest. Typical infusion time depends on the formulation.
Types of IV drip at Charisma
Each IV therapy below has its own page with details of the treatment, the consultation and booking.
Immune Booster IV Drip
Our immune booster drip is an infusion built around vitamins and minerals; Vitamin C is one of the ingredients commonly used in this type of drip. It is not a proven way to prevent or treat infections; it is for people who want to discuss with a doctor whether an IV drip is appropriate for them.
Glutathione IV Drip
Glutathione is an antioxidant that the body produces naturally. Evidence for skin benefits from intravenous glutathione is limited; the doctor will explain what to expect from a glutathione IV infusion and whether it is suitable for you.
NAD+ IV Drip
NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a coenzyme found in the body’s cells and involved in cellular energy processes. Find out how the NAD+ IV therapy is planned and booked.
Exosome IV Therapy
Exosomes are very small vesicles released by cells that carry proteins and other molecules between them. Details of the product used, eligibility and the consultation are on the exosomes IV therapy page.
Stem Cell IV Therapy
Stem cell IV therapy at Charisma is offered only after a specialist consultation. It is not a cure for any disease, and the doctor will explain what is and is not known about it.
Weight Loss IV Drip
The weight loss drip is an infusion that a doctor may include in a supervised weight management programme; it is not a weight-loss treatment. Your doctor decides whether it fits your programme after an assessment.
Other formulations
Your doctor will advise during your consultation whether another IV formulation is more suitable for you.
Which IV drip should I choose?
| If you want to discuss… | Start with |
|---|---|
| Immune support | Immune Booster IV Drip |
| Glutathione within a skin plan | Glutathione drip options |
| NAD+ infusion | NAD+ drip details |
| Regenerative therapies | Exosome infusion or stem cell infusion |
| A doctor-supervised weight management programme | Weight loss IV therapy |
If you are not sure, book a consultation and the doctor will recommend whether an IV drip is appropriate at all.
The Charisma approach
- Doctor-led assessment first. Charisma’s treatment journeys begin with a private doctor consultation, advanced skin analysis and an OligoScan test.
- Medical supervision. Infusions are prepared and given under the supervision of doctors and nurses.
- At-home option. IV therapy is also available as a home service, and home visits are carried out by a registered nurse.
What happens on the day
- Consultation and review of your health history, medications and allergies.
- Agreement on the drip, the dose and how often it may be repeated — there is no standard schedule, so the doctor decides this individually.
- A nurse places the cannula and the infusion runs while you are seated comfortably and monitored.
- The cannula is removed and you receive aftercare advice.
Safety and suitability
Like any procedure that uses a needle, an IV drip can cause local effects such as bruising, discomfort or irritation of the vein at the cannula site; infection at the site is uncommon but possible, and too high a dose of some vitamins can be harmful. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney or liver conditions, take regular medication or have allergies. The doctor may decide that an IV drip is not suitable for you.
Cost of IV therapy in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
IV drip therapy at Charisma starts from AED 1,500. The final price depends on the formulation and on whether you choose a single session or a package. Current prices are confirmed at consultation or when you call.
Branches and booking
IV therapy consultations can be booked at:
- Dubai — Charisma Clinic
- Dubai — Charisma Plus, 31 Al Dunqa Street, Jumeirah 3, Umm Suqeim 1, Dubai
- Abu Dhabi — Challenge By Charisma, Diab Bin Issa Street, Khalifa City (Zone 33), Abu Dhabi
- Al Ain — Charisma Al Ain, 131 Shakhbout Bin Sultan Street, Al Khabisi, Al Sidrah, Al Ain
Appointment line: +97180076852. You can also send a booking request online and choose your preferred branch.
Frequently asked questions
What types of IV drip does Charisma offer?
Immune booster, glutathione, NAD+, exosome, stem cell and weight loss IV therapies, each with its own page linked above.
Do I need a consultation before an IV drip?
Yes. A doctor reviews your health history and decides whether an IV drip is appropriate and which one.
Can I have an IV drip at home?
Charisma offers an at-home IV service, with visits carried out by a registered nurse.
How often can I have an IV drip?
There is no fixed schedule; the doctor sets the frequency for you.
Are there side effects?
Local effects at the cannula site such as bruising, discomfort or vein irritation can occur, and infection is uncommon but possible; your doctor will explain the risks that apply to you.
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