IV drip therapy at ZARA is a multivitamin infusion given slowly through a small cannula into a vein in your arm, once a consultation and medical screening have confirmed it is suitable for you. Many people book an IV drip in London as part of their wellness routine. The Multivitamin IV drip costs £250 per session at 304 Edgware Road, W2.
For adults aged 18 and over only, and we may ask for photo ID.
What is IV drip therapy?
An IV (intravenous) drip is a bag of sterile fluid that runs slowly into a vein through a thin, flexible tube called a cannula. In a vitamin drip, that fluid carries a blend of vitamins and sometimes minerals. You sit in a reclining chair while it runs, and the practitioner keeps an eye on you throughout.
Hospitals use drips for many medical reasons. A wellness IV vitamin drip is different: it is an elective appointment that people choose for themselves, and it is only given after a consultation. It is not a substitute for a balanced diet, medical care or any treatment your GP has recommended.
What is in the drip
Our menu lists one drip, the Multivitamin IV drip. The exact contents and quantities are explained at your consultation, so you know what you are agreeing to before anything is prepared.
An IV drip is a sterile fluid given slowly into a vein through a fine cannula. Injectable vitamins are prescription-only medicines in the UK, so whether a drip is suitable for you, and what it contains, is decided by the prescriber at your consultation.
Who an IV vitamin drip in W2 may suit, and who it may not
Most people who ask about a drip are healthy adults who like the idea of a quiet, seated appointment and want to add it to the way they already look after themselves. Suitability is always assessed individually, and the answer can be no.
A drip is usually not offered, or needs more care, in these situations:
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Kidney, heart or liver conditions, or a history of fluid retention
- Known allergy or sensitivity to any ingredient in the drip
- Certain blood disorders, or medicines that may interact with vitamins or minerals
- Feeling unwell on the day, or a skin infection near the planned cannula site
Medical screening before your IV drip in London
Screening is the part of the visit that matters most. Before any drip is prepared, you will go through a health questionnaire and a conversation about your medical history, current medicines and supplements, allergies and any previous reactions to injections or infusions.
If anything in your history raises a question, we may ask you to speak to your GP first or advise against the treatment. Please bring a list of your medicines and be open about any conditions, even if they seem unrelated. Honest answers are what allow us to make a sensible decision with you.
What happens at your appointment
Appointments at ZARA are booked as 40 minutes. The order of events usually looks like this:
- Consultation and screening: your health questions, the contents of the drip and the possible side effects are talked through, and you can ask anything before agreeing.
- Getting comfortable: you settle into a reclining chair and the practitioner cleans the skin on the inside of your arm or the back of your hand.
- Cannula: a fine cannula is placed in a vein. Most people feel a sharp scratch that passes quickly.
- The infusion: the bag runs slowly while you rest, read or use your phone, with the practitioner checking on you.
- Finishing: the cannula is removed, a small dressing goes on, and you are given aftercare advice before you leave.
Afterwards: aftercare and possible side effects
Most people carry on with their day after the appointment. How anyone feels afterwards varies from person to person, and we do not promise any particular effect. Keep the dressing on for a short while and avoid heavy lifting with that arm for the rest of the day.
Side effects are possible and will be discussed with you beforehand. The ones people most often notice are listed below. Contact us, or seek medical help, if you feel unwell after leaving.
- Bruising, tenderness or a small lump where the cannula went in
- A cool sensation in the arm while the fluid runs
- A metallic taste, mild flushing or light-headedness during the drip
- Rarely, inflammation of the vein, infection at the site or an allergic reaction
IV drip price at ZARA
The Multivitamin IV drip costs £250 per session. All our prices are per session, and your final plan and price are confirmed at consultation.
Some people book a single drip; others come back from time to time. There is no set course, and we will not suggest a schedule until we know your health history. If you want to compare it with our quicker option, a single vitamin injection starts from £30.
Why people from Paddington, Marylebone and Little Venice book here
Our clinic sits at 304 Edgware Road, about 50 metres from the Bakerloo line entrance to Edgware Road station. The Circle, District and Hammersmith & City station on Chapel Street is a two to three minute walk, which makes us easy to reach from Paddington and the canal basin and from offices around Marylebone.
Residents of Little Venice are roughly half a mile away, a walk of around 12 to 14 minutes. We are open Monday to Saturday from 10:30am to 8pm, and on Sundays and bank holidays from 1pm to 5pm, so an evening slot after work is usually possible. Many drip clients also ask about our facial treatments while they are here.
IV drip therapy: your questions answered
How long does an IV drip take?
Appointments at ZARA are booked as 40 minutes. On your first visit the consultation and screening take part of that time. If you would like a firmer idea of timings, ask when you book and we will explain what to expect on the day.
Does having a cannula put in hurt?
Most people describe a brief sharp scratch as the cannula goes in, then very little while the drip runs. Some notice a cool feeling in the arm. If you are nervous about needles, tell us at the start and we will take things at your pace.
What will I feel after an IV vitamin drip?
It varies from person to person and we do not promise any particular feeling. Many people simply return to their day. If you feel dizzy, unwell or notice swelling, redness or pain at the cannula site, contact us or seek medical advice.
Can I have a drip if I take regular medication?
Possibly, but it depends on the medicine and the reason you take it. Bring a full list to your consultation, including supplements. Some medicines and conditions mean a drip is not appropriate, and we may ask you to check with your GP first.
Should I eat before my IV drip appointment?
It is generally sensible to have eaten a normal meal and had something to drink beforehand, as some people feel light-headed with an empty stomach. Wear a top with sleeves that roll up easily above the elbow.
Is an IV drip better than taking vitamins by mouth?
We do not make that claim. Most people get the vitamins they need from food, and anyone worried about a deficiency should see their GP for testing. A drip is an elective wellness appointment, and whether it suits you is decided at consultation.
Can I book an IV drip on a Sunday?
Yes, subject to availability. We are open on Sundays and bank holidays from 1pm to 5pm. You can book by WhatsApp on 07479 973309, by phone on 020 4619 8781, by email or through our booking and contact page.
