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The Myers Cocktail: The Original Vitamin IV, Done Right.

Developed decades ago by Dr. John Myers, this blend of vitamins and minerals is the foundation most other IV therapies are built on. Here's what's actually in it, and what it can realistically help with.

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What It Is

A Foundational Blend of Vitamins & Minerals

The Myers Cocktail is an intravenous blend typically containing magnesium, calcium, B vitamins (including B12), and vitamin C. Delivered directly into the bloodstream, it bypasses digestion entirely — which matters for nutrients like magnesium and B12 that aren't always efficiently absorbed orally, especially if you have any digestive issues affecting absorption.

It's the most requested IV formula for a reason: it's a well-tolerated, broadly supportive blend rather than a treatment aimed at one specific condition. Patients use it for general energy and wellness support, as part of recovery from illness, or simply as a periodic reset. We're straightforward about what it is: a supportive wellness therapy, not a cure for any specific medical condition.

Commonly used for

General fatigue and low energy
Support during or after a cold or minor illness
Muscle tension or mild cramping (magnesium)
Overall wellness maintenance
Recovery after travel or a demanding week
Occasional use alongside your broader hormone or functional medicine care
How We Approach It

A Quick, Comfortable, Physician-Overseen Visit

Every IV session starts with a brief health review to confirm it's appropriate for you, followed by the infusion itself — typically 30 to 45 minutes in a comfortable, private setting. Our clinical staff monitors you throughout, and we're happy to adjust the blend based on your specific goals at your consultation.

Physician Insight

"The Myers Cocktail is a great starting point for most people because it's broadly supportive rather than narrowly targeted. I'd rather set honest expectations — it's a wellness therapy, not a miracle drip — and let patients decide from there whether it fits what they're looking for."

Related Conditions

The Myers Cocktail pairs well with: Vitamin C IV, Immune IV, Hydration IV, NAD+ IV, and our full IV Therapy menu.

What Patients Say
Common Questions

Myers Cocktail IV FAQs

What patients ask most before their first appointment.

The classic formula typically includes magnesium, calcium, B-complex vitamins (including B12), and vitamin C, delivered together in a single IV infusion. We can discuss the exact composition and any adjustments at your consultation.
Most sessions run 30 to 45 minutes, depending on your infusion rate and how your body tolerates it. You can relax, read, or use your phone during the session — it's a low-key, comfortable visit.
Evidence varies by ingredient and by what you're hoping to address. Correcting a genuine deficiency (like low B12 or magnesium) has solid evidence behind it; using IV vitamins for general wellness support in people without a deficiency is more about subjective benefit and comfort than a proven clinical outcome. We're upfront about that distinction rather than overpromising.
Get Started

Ready to Try the Original?

Book your Myers Cocktail IV session and we'll walk through what's in it, how it works, and whether it's the right fit for your goals.