NAD+ IV therapy: What it is, what it costs, and how long a session takes

NAD+ IV therapy is an infusion of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, a coenzyme found in every cell, given through an IV line over two to four hours. At Instadrip it is a 500mg infusion for $699, or a 1000mg infusion for $1,200. A registered nurse comes to your home, hotel or office and stays with you for the whole session.

This guide covers what NAD+ is, why the session is so much longer than a standard drip, what it feels like, and how to book it.

What NAD+ is

NAD+ is a coenzyme. Your cells use it in energy production and in cellular repair, which is why it is present in every tissue. Your body makes it on its own from the food you eat. An IV infusion supplies NAD+ directly into the bloodstream instead of relying on that process.

You will see “NAD+ IV therapy” sold with large promises online. We keep our language narrower. NAD+ is involved in energy production and cellular repair. We do not promise a particular result from a session, and how clients describe the days afterward varies from person to person.

Why a session takes two to four hours

A standard Instadrip IV is a full 1,000mL bag and takes about 45 minutes. NAD+ is the exception, and the reason is the molecule itself. Infused too quickly, NAD+ can cause chest pressure, a warm tightness, flushing and nausea. None of that is dangerous when the rate is managed, but it is uncomfortable, so the nurse starts slowly and adjusts.

In practice that means your nurse watches how you feel and sets the rate to match. If you feel chest pressure, the drip slows until it passes, then picks up again. Some clients finish closer to two hours and others take the full four. First-time clients usually take longer, because the nurse is learning your tolerance. You cannot shorten a NAD+ session by asking for a faster rate.

For a standard drip, see how long a Hydration IV takes by comparison, or read our breakdown of how long IV drips take.

What a NAD+ session feels like

Most clients describe mild warmth or slight chest tightness in the first 15 to 30 minutes, while the nurse is finding the right rate. After that, most settle in. The nurse checks the line and your comfort throughout and stays for the full infusion.

Plan for the time. Bring a laptop, a book or headphones. Many clients use the session as quiet work time. Eat something light beforehand and drink water in the hours before, since well-hydrated veins are easier to access.

NAD+ 500mg and NAD+ 1000mg

Instadrip offers two NAD+ services.

• NAD+ 500mg, $699. This is where first-time NAD+ clients start. You can book it online.
• NAD+ 1000mg, $1,200. This is not for first-time NAD+ clients, so booking starts with a phone call. The button on the page says “Call to book” for that reason.

Both are scheduled with extra time, and both are priced to include the nurse visit, supplies and travel. NAD+ sessions do not take add-ons. A deposit of $99 is taken at booking, and the cancellation terms are on the NAD+ page.

If you want to compare, a standard drip is quicker and costs less. The Myers Cocktail is $349 and takes about 45 minutes.

How often people book

There is no single schedule. Some clients book once to see how they tolerate it. Others book a short series a week or two apart and then move to monthly sessions. Your nurse can talk through a cadence after your health intake. If you are considering NAD+, our longer NAD+ IV therapy guide goes into more detail on who books it and what to expect.

Who should talk to a clinician first

Every Instadrip session starts with a health intake, and a nurse confirms the treatment is appropriate for you before anything is placed. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, we do not treat you. If you have heart, kidney or liver conditions, or take medications regularly, tell the nurse and your own doctor before booking. IV therapy is not a substitute for medical care, and it is not a treatment for any condition.

NAD+ IV therapy questions

How long does NAD+ IV therapy take?

Two to four hours. The nurse sets the rate slowly and adjusts it to how you feel, so the exact time depends on you.

How much does NAD+ IV therapy cost at Instadrip?

NAD+ 500mg is $699. NAD+ 1000mg is $1,200. Both include the nurse, supplies and travel to your location in the Los Angeles area.

Can I add other vitamins to a NAD+ session?

No. NAD+ sessions do not take add-ons. Some clients alternate NAD+ with a standard drip on different visits.

Is NAD+ IV therapy safe?

NAD+ is a coenzyme your body already makes. Side effects such as flushing or chest tightness are tied to infusion speed and ease when the nurse slows the rate. Every session is performed by a licensed RN under physician oversight, after a health intake.

Book a NAD+ session

Instadrip brings NAD+ to your door across Los Angeles. See the NAD+ page for current pricing and booking, or call (209) 600-3034 for the 1000mg service.