IV vitamin therapy delivers nutrients directly into the bloodstream, bypassing digestive absorption. For international patients arriving in Lima after a long flight, IV therapy can meaningfully accelerate recovery from jet lag, dehydration, and travel fatigue.
What IV therapy actually does
Bypasses gut absorption (typically ~30 % of oral vitamin uptake). Delivers therapeutic doses of B-complex, vitamin C, magnesium, glutathione, and other compounds. Hydration is the immediate effect; vitamin replenishment compounds over 24–48 hours.
Mechanism: IV fluid restoration + targeted vitamin delivery.
Best uses
- Jet-lag recovery — vitamin C + B-complex + magnesium + saline
- Pre-trip immune support — vitamin C + zinc
- Skin glow before photos — glutathione + vitamin C
- Energy boost — B12 + B-complex + amino acids
- Hangover recovery — saline + B-complex + ondansetron
- Athletic recovery — saline + electrolytes + vitamin C
Elyzea IV options
- Vitamin C IV: S/250 (~US$71), 30 minutes
- Vitamin cocktail: S/280 (~US$80), 30 minutes
- Rejuvenation cocktail: S/300 (~US$86), 30 minutes
Timing relative to aesthetic treatments
IV therapy on arrival day = good. IV therapy day-of-aesthetic-treatment = generally fine. IV therapy day-after Botox = wait 24h. IV therapy day-after Morpheus8 or laser = beneficial for healing support.
What IV therapy doesn't do
It's not a substitute for oral supplementation, sleep, or hydration. It's not an immune cure-all. Marketing claims about disease prevention, weight loss, or cosmetic transformation are exaggerated.
Safety
Performed in clinical settings by trained nurses. IV therapy is generally low-risk in healthy patients. Patients with kidney disease, heart failure, or specific medical conditions should consult their physician before any IV vitamin protocol.
Trip-planning use case
Standard high-leverage protocol: arrive Day 1, IV therapy at Elyzea same evening. Day 2 fresh for consultation + treatment. The combination meaningfully improves the trip experience.
Combining with other Lima treatments
- + HIFU: energy + skin recovery support
- + Morpheus8: healing support
- + Lasers: antioxidant support
- + Body contouring: hydration + energy
- + Pre-photoshoot: glow + energy
Sessions and protocol
Single sessions effective. Multiple sessions over 4-6 weeks for cumulative benefit (e.g., immune-building protocol).
Frequently asked questions
Will I feel different immediately?
Most patients feel mildly more energetic within hours.
How long does the effect last?
Hydration immediate. Vitamin effects compound 24-48 hours.
Can I do IV therapy daily?
Generally not recommended. Several days between sessions.
What about NAD+ IV?
Available at some Lima clinics. Different mechanism. Higher cost.
Are there side effects?
Rare. Possible mild flushing, brief lightheadedness.
Can I do IV therapy during pregnancy?
With medical clearance only. Some IVs contraindicated.
Is this evidence-based?
Limited rigorous evidence for many specific claims. Hydration and vitamin replenishment are real effects.
Bottom line
IV therapy = useful adjunct for jet-lag, energy, recovery. Lima at ~US$71-86 per session vs US $150-300. Best as add-on to other treatments rather than standalone trip purpose.