There is no single right interval for IV drips: how often you have one depends on your medical screening, the drip itself, your health and why you are booking. Most of our clients book occasionally, around a busy week, a trip or an event, rather than on a fixed schedule. Every drip at mobivIVe starts with a medical screening questionnaire, and a registered nurse gives it under the protocols of our medical director, Dr Chris van Zyl. If you are thinking of regular drips, discuss it with our team and your own doctor first.
This guide was written under the medical direction of Dr Chris van Zyl (registered as M.C. van Zyl, HPCSA MP0287067), mobivIVe’s medical director. Our IV drips are given by registered nurses after a medical screening questionnaire.
Is there a maximum number of IV drips?
There is no universal maximum, but more is not better. Water-soluble vitamins you do not use are passed in urine, and every drip involves a needle, which carries a small risk of bruising, irritation or infection. Cleveland Clinic notes there is limited scientific evidence of a general wellness benefit from IV vitamin therapy. Our nurses look at when you last had a drip during screening.
What decides how often I can have a drip?
Four things: your health, the drip, the reason and how you felt last time. Heart, kidney or liver conditions, pregnancy and chronic medication all change what is suitable. A simple saline and vitamin drip is different from NAD+, which is given slowly over 90 to 120 minutes. Tell us how you felt after your last drip, including any dizziness, headache or a sore arm.
How often do people book NAD+ IV drips?
NAD+ is booked as a single drip or as a short course agreed with our team. It is given slowly because a fast infusion can cause discomfort. See NAD+ IV drips and NAD+ IV versus injections.
Can I have two drips in one week?
Sometimes, but it is a screening decision, not a booking default. Tell us about your previous drip when you book, and our nurse will advise. If you feel unwell, wait and speak to a doctor first.
When should I not have a drip?
Do not book a drip if you have a fever, an active infection, chest pain or shortness of breath; see a doctor instead. Tell us if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, on blood thinners or have heart, kidney or liver disease. If you compete under anti-doping rules, note the WADA 100ml rule on IV drips for athletes.
What is the cheapest way to try a drip?
The Student Drip costs R750 and Dr John Myers, the classic Myers cocktail, costs R1,050. Every price is on our IV drip price list.
How to book, in 3 simple steps
- Book online. Choose your drip, a walk-in lounge (Sunninghill, Stellenbosch or Queenstown) or a mobile drip at your home, office or hotel, and a time at book.mobivive.co.za.
- Medical screening. You complete a short medical questionnaire before your drip, so anything that needs extra care is picked up first.
- Relax while a registered nurse gives your drip. Most drips take about 45 minutes; NAD+ is given slowly over 90 to 120 minutes.
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Medical direction: Dr Chris van Zyl This guide is published by mobivIVe. Our IV drips are given by registered nurses after a medical screening questionnaire, under the protocols of our medical director, Dr Chris van Zyl, an HPCSA-registered medical doctor (registered as M.C. van Zyl, HPCSA reg. no. MP0287067). Last updated October 2026. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease; individual results vary. Consult your healthcare provider.