NAD+ & IV Therapy

NAD+ and IV therapy in Houston

IV therapy has become one of the most popular wellness services in the country, ranging from drip lounges offering hydration cocktails to medical clinics offering more substantial protocols. NAD+ infusions have generated significant public interest. NAD+ given by IV or injection is not FDA-approved for wellness uses, and evidence in people is limited; the marketing is often ahead of the evidence.

The Tide offers NAD+ and IV therapy as structured clinical services with appropriate oversight. We treat IV therapy as legitimate medicine that benefits from medical context, not as a wellness commodity to be ordered like a smoothie.

Who NAD+ and IV therapy is for

You may be an appropriate candidate if:

• You have specific concerns, such as fatigue or symptoms after an illness, that you want evaluated, and IV therapy may be discussed as one option
• You have documented nutrient deficiencies (B12, iron, vitamin D combined with absorption issues) where IV correction may be appropriate
• You are recovering from an illness and your provider determines IV fluids or nutrient replacement is appropriate

You may not be the right fit if you have severe cardiac, renal, or hepatic issues that make IV therapy risky, if you are looking for IV therapy as a substitute for addressing underlying medical issues, or if you want IV therapy primarily as a “wellness experience” without medical context.

How we approach IV therapy at The Tide

Brief medical evaluation first. IV therapy puts substances directly into your bloodstream — appropriate medical context matters. Before any IV protocol, we review your medical history, current medications, and any contraindications. For first-time NAD+ patients, we typically do a brief consultation before the first infusion.

Standard IV menu and individualized protocols. We offer:

• NAD+ infusions — Not FDA-approved for wellness uses; any use is a provider decision after evaluation. NAD+ infusions are often slow (90 to 240 minutes) because faster infusion rates produce uncomfortable side effects (chest pressure, abdominal discomfort).
• Glutathione infusions — Not FDA-approved for wellness uses; may be discussed after evaluation.
• Myers Cocktail variations — Vitamin C, B-complex, magnesium, and selected additional nutrients, given after medical review.
• Targeted vitamin replacement — B12 and other nutrient corrections when a deficiency is documented.
• Hydration plus electrolytes — For dehydration, including after illness.

Comfortable infusion environment. Our infusion suite is designed for the time investment IV therapy requires. NAD+ infusions in particular often run 2 to 4 hours; we want that time to be as comfortable and productive as possible.

Monitoring and follow-up. For any ongoing IV plan, we review tolerability, repeat labs as appropriate, and reassess whether continuing makes sense.

What to expect

For NAD+ specifically: most patients tolerate slow infusions well. Faster rates produce flushing, chest pressure, abdominal discomfort, and similar effects that resolve when the rate is slowed. Benefits of NAD+ infusion in people have not been established, and we do not promise any specific effect.

For other IV therapies: IV fluids treat dehydration. Beyond correcting dehydration or a documented deficiency, benefits of vitamin, Myers-style, or glutathione infusions are not established. Individual experiences vary.

We are honest about effect sizes. IV therapy is not a transformation and is not a substitute for sleep, nutrition, and medical care.

What we don’t do

We do not market IV therapy as a substitute for medical care. We do not offer “hangover IVs” as a wellness service — we treat IV therapy as medicine. We do not push repeated NAD+ infusions. We do not pretend IV therapy replaces oral nutrition or addresses underlying medical issues. Medications are obtained from licensed pharmacies; compounded preparations are not FDA-approved.

Cost and what is included

IV therapy is cash-pay. Pricing varies substantially by protocol — NAD+ infusions are higher-priced due to the medication cost and infusion duration; standard hydration and vitamin protocols are more affordable. We are transparent about pricing during your initial visit.

Why The Tide is different

Many Houston IV therapy providers are drip lounges or wellness boutiques without meaningful medical oversight. Others are urgent care clinics where IV therapy is an upsell. The Tide treats IV therapy as part of a comprehensive medical practice — appropriate evaluation, structured protocols, ongoing oversight, honest discussion of evidence. Our clinic at 6909 Grand Boulevard is adjacent to the Texas Medical Center and accessible from across the Houston metro.

If you have searched for “NAD+ Houston,” “NAD IV therapy Houston,” “glutathione IV Houston,” or “IV therapy clinic Houston,” and you want a clinic that takes the medicine seriously, this is the right place to start.

Frequently asked questions

Does NAD+ actually work?

The honest answer: NAD+ is mechanistically interesting, but rigorous human evidence is limited, and NAD+ infusion is not FDA-approved for energy, cognition, aging, addiction, or recovery. We don’t claim it treats or prevents any condition. If you are interested, your provider will discuss the limited evidence and the risks so you can make an informed decision.

Why does NAD+ infusion take so long?

Faster infusion rates produce uncomfortable side effects — chest pressure, abdominal cramping, and flushing. Slow infusion (90 minutes minimum, often 2 to 4 hours) keeps the experience comfortable. We will not rush an infusion to save time at the cost of your comfort.

How often should I do NAD+?

There is no established schedule. Any plan is set by your provider after evaluation and reassessed regularly. We will not push high-frequency protocols just to maximize visits.

What about NAD+ injections or oral supplements?

Subcutaneous NAD+ injections are also not FDA-approved for these uses. Oral NAD precursors (NMN, NR) have different pharmacokinetics, and their benefits in people are also not established. We can discuss which makes sense for your situation.

Are there side effects?

The most common are flushing, chest pressure, abdominal discomfort, and nausea — all rate-dependent and resolved by slowing the infusion. Serious adverse events are rare in appropriately monitored settings.

Can IV therapy help me recover from being sick?

IV fluids can treat dehydration from an illness. Other claimed recovery benefits of vitamin infusions are not established. We will discuss what is realistic for your specific situation.

What is the first step?

For first-time NAD+ patients, we typically do a brief consultation before the first infusion. For standard hydration or vitamin protocols, scheduling an infusion appointment is straightforward. Either way, the first contact is to ensure we know enough about your medical context to do this safely.