High-Dose Vitamin C IV in Phuket

High-Dose Vitamin C IV is a slow intravenous infusion of 25 grams of pharmaceutical-grade Vitamin C, buffered with magnesium and calcium gluconate, delivered over about 90 minutes. It is one of our most-requested slow-drip protocols in Phuket.

Vitamin C is a well-studied antioxidant. Giving it intravenously bypasses the limits of the gut, so plasma concentrations achievable via IV are substantially higher than anything oral dosing can reach (Padayatty et al., 2004). That difference in blood levels is the main reason people choose the IV route over tablets.

At Live More this is a doctor-prescribed therapy, administered by trained clinical staff. The dose, frequency and suitability are decided at consultation, not booked blind.

People commonly consider High-Dose Vitamin C IV when they are looking to:

• Support immune function around travel, seasonal bugs or a demanding schedule
• Recover from run-down periods and chronic fatigue, where oxidative stress may play a part
• Support collagen synthesis and general skin health, since Vitamin C is a cofactor the body uses to build collagen
• Support overall antioxidant status

It is popular with expats and visitors in Phuket who want a clinical, doctor-led option rather than an over-the-counter supplement. It is not a treatment for any specific disease, and it is not a substitute for medical care where that is needed. A doctor will help you judge whether it is a sensible fit for you.

Your visit starts with a consultation. A lifestyle medicine doctor reviews your medical history, current medications and any relevant recent lab results, then confirms whether the therapy is appropriate and prescribes it. The consultation is included in the price, not an added cost.

The infusion itself runs over about 90 minutes. It is a slow drip by design, so you sit back in the chair while it goes in. Many people read, work or simply rest. Our on-site Courtside Café is a few steps away if you or a friend would like a coffee while you wait.

Most people feel fine to carry on with their day afterwards. Staying hydrated and having eaten beforehand tends to make the session more comfortable. Your clinician will explain aftercare and whether a course of sessions may suit you.

Based on how Vitamin C is used and studied, this therapy is commonly chosen to:

• Support immune function
• Support recovery from chronic fatigue and run-down periods
• Support collagen synthesis and skin health
• Support antioxidant status and help reduce oxidative stress

These are supportive effects rather than guaranteed outcomes, and responses vary from person to person. The IV route matters here mainly because it reaches plasma concentrations that oral Vitamin C cannot (Padayatty et al., 2004). Your doctor will set realistic expectations for your situation at consultation.

High-dose Vitamin C is a prescribed medical therapy at Live More, and a doctor's consultation is required before your first session. That review is what keeps it safe and appropriate for you.

One reason pre-screening matters: high-dose Vitamin C is generally best avoided in people with G6PD deficiency, an inherited enzyme condition, so screening or a check of your history for this may be considered before treatment where relevant. Your medical history, current medications and kidney health are also taken into account. This is why we do not offer the therapy without a clinician's assessment first.

Live More is a licensed lifestyle clinic in Phuket (Ministry of Public Health clinic licence 83101001366). If you are unsure whether High-Dose Vitamin C IV is right for you, book a consultation and one of our doctors will talk it through before anything is booked.

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