What an IV drip is used for
IV drips at our clinic are offered as wellness and hydration support. They are not a substitute for medical care of any illness.
- Hydration after long-haul flights
- Feeling tired during a busy trip
- Support for jet lag recovery
- Vitamin and antioxidant top-up
- Pairing with skin or aesthetic treatments
- Preparing for a special event
Many visitors book a drip on the same day as a skin booster or skin rejuvenation session.
How an IV drip works
A small, flexible cannula is placed in a vein, usually in the forearm or back of the hand, and a sterile bag of fluid runs in slowly. Depending on your screening, the solution may contain saline or balanced electrolytes, B vitamins, vitamin C, or antioxidants such as glutathione. Delivery into the bloodstream avoids the limits of absorption through the gut.
Before any drip, a doctor reviews your health history, medications and allergies, and selects a suitable formula and rate. Some conditions, such as heart or kidney disease, make extra fluid unsuitable, which is why screening matters. Effects on how you feel vary between people, and a drip complements rather than replaces good sleep, nutrition and long-term anti-ageing care.
Your treatment day
- Health screening A doctor asks about your medical history, medications, allergies and how you are feeling today.
- Formula selection The doctor chooses a suitable drip formula and infusion rate for you.
- Cannula and infusion A nurse places a small cannula and the drip runs for about 30–60 minutes while you rest in your private room.
- Finish and check The cannula is removed, a small dressing applied, and you can continue your day.
What to expect
Responses vary, and an IV drip is supportive rather than a treatment for illness.
Is IV Drip right for you?
Usually a good fit
- Healthy adults wanting hydration support
- Travellers recovering from long flights
- Patients combining wellness with skin treatments
- Those who prefer to rest during a short treatment
Talk to your doctor first
- Heart, kidney or liver disease
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Known allergies to vitamins or drip ingredients
- G6PD deficiency or current prescription medicines: tell the doctor
Your doctor
At DIORE every treatment is planned and performed by a physician, not delegated. Our five doctors trained at Korea University, Yonsei, Seoul National University Hospital and Dankook.
Chief Director · Medical reviewer
Dr. Lee Gwang-ryeol
- Korea University College of Medicine
- Residency, Korea University Medical Center
- Onda Lifting Key Doctor (DEKA)
- Belotero Revive TTT trainer (Merz) · Rejuran VVIP Club
Honest consultations. Meticulous technique. Results that look like you.
Meet the full medical team.
Aftercare
- Keep the dressing on for about 1 hour
- Press gently if there is slight bleeding
- Avoid heavy lifting with that arm for a few hours
- Keep drinking water during the day
- Mild bruising at the site can occur and fades
- Contact us for pain, swelling or redness at the site
To round off a wellness visit, ask about exosome treatment or Rejuran Healer for skin quality.
IV Drip FAQ
Is an IV drip safe?
When screened by a doctor and given with sterile technique, IV drips are generally well tolerated. Minor bruising at the cannula site is the most common effect, and screening helps avoid unsuitable formulas.
Does an IV drip hurt?
You will feel a quick pinch as the cannula goes in. After that most people feel only a cool sensation in the arm.
How long does an IV drip take?
Most drips take 30–60 minutes, plus a few minutes for screening and preparation. You can rest, read or use your phone in your private room.
Can an IV drip help with jet lag?
Many travellers book a drip for hydration after a long flight. It can support how you feel, but it does not treat any medical condition and rest still matters.
Can I have an IV drip with skin treatments?
Yes, drips are often scheduled on the same day as skin or injectable treatments. Your doctor will advise on timing.
How often can I have an IV drip?
Frequency depends on your health and the formula. Your doctor will advise, and for most visitors it is an occasional treatment.
How much does an IV drip cost?
Pricing depends on the formula chosen. Message us on WhatsApp for a personalised quote.
