Question 1

What is Drip IV Portugal?

Accepted Answer

Drip IV Portugal is an on-demand mobile IV therapy service, delivering vitamin drip treatments to the Algarve, Lisbon, Cascais and Porto regions of Portugal. Our nurses provide IV vitamin and hydration treatments directly to you in your home, hotel, villa, or other location of choice.

Our IV treatments are each designed to address a specific set of health goals. You can select a treatment from several IV options depending on your needs, or contact us to design your own custom drip. Ingredients include essential fluids, electrolytes, vitamins, anti-oxidants, and anti-inflammatory or anti-nausea medications.

Once you've chosen a treatment, our Medical Director and other clinical staff will ensure the treatment is safe for you based on your health profile.

Question 2

Where can I have a treatment?

Accepted Answer

Drip IV is a mobile service, meaning you can have your appointment almost anywhere! Our nurses will bring all of the required equipment to you. All you need to do is have a clean and comfy place to sit back and relax for the treatment, which generally lasts less than an hour.

You can have your appointment: 
At home
In your hotel
In your Villa
At your Airbnb
At outdoor events
In the office
And more..

Question 3

How does an IV drip work?

Accepted Answer

IV drips deliver saline solution through a small catheter and tubing directly into the bloodstream. This solution can include medications, vitamins and nutrient supplements as well.

During treatment, a nurse inserts an IV line which is attached to a bag of saline solution. Yes, there is a small poke with a small needle, but once the vein is accessed, the needle comes out and the plastic catheter is left in its place.

The bag is hung above the patient's head, so that gravity can allow the fluid to drip and be carried into the veins over time. The duration of a single treatment varies from person to person, but typically lasts 45-60 minutes.

The same IV drips, equipment, and processes used by Drip IV Portugal are also used in hospitals and clinics as part of routine care.

Question 4

What are the benefits of IV drip therapy?

Accepted Answer

IV drip therapy is one of the most effective ways to deliver fluids, vitamins and nutrients to your body and is more efficient and fast-acting than oral supplements.

Treatment is delivered directly to the bloodstream, bypassing your digestive system and allowing for fast absorption of fluids, vitamins and nutrients.

Drip IV Portugal offers different IV solution options, with the ability to tailor your solution to meet your specific health goals.

Question 5

Who will be administering the IV drip treatment?

Accepted Answer

All of our nurses are licensed and certified to practice in Portugal and are trained with several years of experience. They are supervised by our Medical Director, who is a practicing physician.

Question 6

How quickly can you get a nurse to me for an IV drip treatment?

Accepted Answer

While not guaranteed, we may be able to accommodate same-day requests within a few hours. Please contact us directly in this case.

In general, we recommend booking an appointment at least 24 hours in advance of your session. For group bookings, we recommend booking further in advance to ensure you receive your desired date and time slot.

Question 7

Is it safe?

Accepted Answer

Safety is important. And it helps to know about possible side effects that could be caused by an IV drip.

Rarely reported side effects include (please note that these side effects are rare and tend to resolve following cessation of the intravenous therapy):

Irritation in the vein, secondary to infusate’s effects on the circulatory system  
Lowering of blood pressure  
Lowering of blood sugar  
Muscle cramps or weakness  
Arm pain at the infusion site  
Lightheadedness  
Upset stomach  
Rash  
Headache 
 
IV drips can temporarily restore hydration and energy. Individual results may vary, and it’s not right for everyone.

Do not take an IV drip if you:  
take any medicines called nitrates, often prescribed for chest pain, or guanylate cyclase stimulators like Adempas (riociguat) for pulmonary hypertension. Your blood pressure could drop to an unsafe level.  
have kidney disease.  
are allergic to any of the ingredients in medicines you've taken in the past.

Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effect that bothers you or does not go away. For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist. It's important to discuss your general health and dehydration symptoms with your doctor to see if an IV drip is right for you.

Question 8

Who should NOT get an IV treatment with Drip IV Portugal?

Accepted Answer

Drip IV Portugal will NOT provide an IV drip if you: 
Are under 18 years of age
Are pregnant, nursing, or trying to become pregnant
Have been told by a physician that you have a contraindication for IV treatment (for example, chronic heart disease or kidney disease or insufficiency)

Question 9

How often can I get an IV treatment?

Accepted Answer

How often you might be able to receive treatment depends on your health profile and needs. Generally if you are otherwise healthy and unless you have a special medical prescription for a higher frequency, we limit our customers to no more than 24 sessions yearly. It's important to check with your doctor to make sure the frequency is appropriate for you.

Question 10

Do you provide IV services for events or private parties?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We offer mobile IV services for small, medium and large events. We also offer services for private parties. Contact us to learn more about how we can accommodate your event.

Question 11

Do you offer group rates?

Accepted Answer

Yes, absolutely! We offer group discounts for bookings of 2 adults or more.

Question 12

Why should I choose Drip IV Portugal?

Accepted Answer

Drip IV Portugal is the first approved in-home IV therapy service in Portugal. We are registered with the Portuguese health authority (establishment number E172088) and we abide by all required protocols and regulations related to in-home healthcare. We only use treatments confirmed and approved in the EU and regulated in Portugal.

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