If you've never done a mobile IV appointment before, you probably have some questions about how it works. Most people are surprised by how simple it actually is. Here's a walkthrough of the whole thing from start to finish so you know what to expect.
It starts with booking. The fastest way is booking online: pick your drip, enter your address, pick a time from the live schedule, and pay with a card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. The whole thing takes a few minutes. If you'd rather talk to a person first, or it's urgent and you want same-day, calling or texting works too. Either way, once everything's confirmed we'll send you your provider's info and an arrival time.
You don't need to do much to prepare. Having a light snack beforehand is a good idea, especially if you tend to get lightheaded. Wear something comfortable where you can easily roll up a sleeve. If you have any health conditions, allergies, or medications, have that info handy because your provider will ask about it. If your veins are usually hard to find, say so when you book; ultrasound-guided IV by advance request is how we plan for it.
When your provider shows up, they'll introduce themselves and do a quick clinical check. They'll go over why you're getting the IV, ask about any relevant health history, and confirm the treatment plan. Before the IV starts, a Nurse Practitioner examines you: on-site when she places the line herself, or by a brief video check-in when a Registered Nurse does. The conversation on arrival is where your provider confirms the drip is right for you and answers any questions before they start.
The IV goes into a vein in your forearm or the back of your hand using a small catheter, the same kind used in hospitals. It takes about a minute. Most people say it's a quick pinch and then they don't feel anything after that. Once it's in, you're free to use your phone, watch something, talk, or just close your eyes. Most drips run 60 minutes. NAD+ takes longer, usually 2 to 4 hours, because it has to drip slowly.
Your provider stays the whole time and keeps an eye on how you're doing. If you're curious about what's in the bag or have questions, just ask. Most people find it pretty relaxing. You're at home, on your couch or in your bed, and there's none of the stress that comes with sitting in a clinic.
When the drip finishes, your provider takes out the catheter, puts on a small bandage, and gives you a quick rundown. We do not put a time on how you will feel afterward, because we have not measured it.
After most drips you are good to go: drinking water through the day helps, and most people go right back to whatever they were doing. The exception is a sedating item, Sleep Support in the Headache & Migraine Drip or the Nausea + Rest add-on, after which you should rest and not drive. The day after, we check in by text to see how you're feeling. A real person reads the reply.
If you have questions about a specific treatment or want to know if mobile IV is right for your situation, just reach out. A&M IV Co. is a Nurse Practitioner-led practice covering Nashville and all of Middle Tennessee, and every visit is delivered by a licensed nurse. An IV is elective wellness care and not a substitute for emergency care. Chest pain, trouble breathing, confusion, fainting, a stiff neck, a fever that will not come down, blood in vomit or stool, or severe abdominal pain all mean seek emergency care first.