- Doses
- 500 mg or 1,000 mg NAD+
- Where
- At your home, given by a licensed nurse (availability depends on your area)
- Price
- Confirmed when you book, based on dose and location
- FDA status
- NAD+ is not FDA-approved to treat any condition
NAD+ IV Drip is a compounded medication. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved, and the FDA has not reviewed them for safety, effectiveness or quality. What compounded means
How NAD+ IV Drip works
Book, complete your health history and have it reviewed by a licensed clinician. If an infusion is appropriate, a licensed nurse visits at a time you choose, places an IV and stays with you while it runs. NAD+ is given slowly, so a session can take a few hours, longer for the higher dose.
Who it’s for, and who it isn’t
May be a fit
- Adults interested in NAD+ who prefer an occasional infusion to daily self-injection
- People who want a nurse present for the treatment
- People already informed about the limited evidence for NAD+
Usually not a fit
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Anyone with active cancer, unless their oncology team agrees
- People with heart, kidney or liver disease without clinician review
- Anyone under 18
What’s included
- Clinician review of your health history before any infusion
- A licensed nurse who comes to your home to place the IV and monitor you
- Choice of 500 mg or 1,000 mg
- Clear price before you confirm
Possible side effects
- Flushing, warmth, nausea, stomach cramps, chest tightness or a headache, especially if the drip runs quickly; the nurse slows it down if this happens
- Bruising or soreness at the needle site
- Rarely, infection or a vein reaction at the IV site
This isn’t a complete list. Your clinician reviews risks, interactions and warnings with you before prescribing. In an emergency, call 911.
What the evidence says
NAD+ levels fall with age in many tissues, and raising them is an active area of research. Human studies of NAD+ infusions are small and short, and no infusion product is FDA-approved for energy, mood, cognition or anti-aging. Claims of quick relief are not backed by strong trials.
What to expect on the day
The nurse checks your vital signs, places a small IV line in your arm and starts the drip slowly. Most people read, work on a laptop or rest. If you feel flushed, nauseous or tight in the chest, tell the nurse; slowing the rate usually settles it.
500 mg or 1,000 mg
The 500 mg dose is shorter and a common starting point. The 1,000 mg dose takes longer to run. Your clinician will suggest a dose based on your history and how you tolerate the first infusion.
Price and availability
Because a nurse travels to you, the price depends on the dose and your location and is confirmed when you book. In-home infusions are not available everywhere. If an infusion is not available near you, NAD+ injections ($199/month) or a nasal spray are alternatives.
Being realistic about results
Some people report feeling more energetic after an infusion, but that has not been shown in rigorous trials. Sleep, exercise, nutrition and treating conditions such as thyroid problems or anemia have far stronger evidence for energy and healthy aging.
Prescription treatments are available only to eligible patients after a clinical evaluation by an independently licensed clinician.
NAD+ IV Drip: common questions
How much does an NAD+ IV drip cost?
The price depends on the dose (500 mg or 1,000 mg) and your location, and is confirmed when you book.
How long does it take?
NAD+ is given slowly, so expect a few hours; the 1,000 mg dose takes longer.
Is it safe?
Side effects such as flushing and nausea are common and usually ease when the drip is slowed. A clinician reviews your history first and a licensed nurse stays with you throughout.
Is NAD+ FDA-approved?
No. NAD+ is not FDA-approved to treat any condition.
Sources
We cite government agencies, professional societies and peer-reviewed research. See our editorial policy.
- NAD+ metabolism and its roles in cellular processes during ageingNational Library of Medicine (PubMed)
- Compounding and the FDA: questions and answersU.S. Food and Drug Administration