A non-nutritional IV given for medical reasons is allowed by Islamic scholars and the Dubai Health Authority. Nutritional drips that replace food or drink should be taken after sunset because they invalidate the fast.

Under obstetric supervision, IV hydration is safe for conditions like severe morning sickness or heat dehydration. The Dubai Health Authority requires licensed nurses and a doctor's prescription specifying fluid type and volume.

Performance drips with B-vitamins before an event, and recovery drips with magnesium, vitamin C, and potentially glutathione after the event, are commonly used based on emerging evidence and clinical experience for supporting heat endurance and muscle repair.

Licensed mobile nurses may administer IV drips in Dubai hotels if the hotel permits in-room care and the provider follows Dubai Health Authority home-care standards.

A VIP IV drip is a concierge infusion delivered at your villa, yacht, or five-star hotel suite by senior DHA-licensed nurses. It features a custom nutrient formula, luxury comfort add-ons, and rapid scheduling.

Visit the official Dubai Health Authority (DHA) website or use their app to search for your nurse's license by name or DHA number. Always verify the nurse's active status and credentials before receiving treatment.

Yes. IV drips with electrolytes, B-vitamins, and antioxidants are designed to rapidly rehydrate, reduce fatigue, and restore your body's natural rhythm after long-haul travel. Many travelers use these after landing in Dubai for faster recovery.

A post-illness recovery drip often contains vitamin C, zinc, B-complex vitamins, and fluids. Your doctor may also recommend magnesium or immune support nutrients depending on your recovery stage and blood results.

Yes, glutathione IV is legal and available in Dubai when prescribed by a DHA-licensed doctor for medical or wellness reasons. The additive must be sourced from approved suppliers and administered by licensed nurses.

Both are safe when administered by DHA-licensed nurses following aseptic protocol and medical supervision. Home IVs are as safe as clinical IVs if the provider uses sterile, single-use equipment and checks your vital signs.

Yes. After a doctor reviews your goals and lab results, you can choose ingredients from the DHA approved list. The final blend is mixed on site by a licensed nurse, and prescription-only nutrients are included only when medically indicated.

Yes. A home blood panel checks 30+ vitamins and minerals so your IV bag contains only what you need. Results return in 3–5 days and guide a personalised formula.

You will feel a brief pinch during needle entry, discomfort stops once the cannula is secured. Numbing spray and fine-gauge needles keep pain low, and bruising is usually minor.

Prices start from around AED 400 for basic hydration drips and can range up to AED 2,300 or more for complex premium formulations like the Myers Cocktail. The final cost depends on the specific formula, additives, and any additional services like lab tests.

Elective vitamin drips are usually self-pay. Insurers reimburse only when a DHA-licensed doctor prescribes the IV for a medical condition such as dehydration or iron deficiency, and prior approval is obtained.

Most people experience only mild, short-lived discomfort, such as bruising or a tender lump. Serious issues like infection, phlebitis, or allergy are uncommon when DHA-licensed nurses use sterile, single-use equipment and correct technique. Seek medical help if you notice severe pain, spreading redness, or breathing difficulty.

IV therapy is considered safe for seniors when a physician adjusts fluid volume and a DHA-licensed nurse monitors vitals. Extra checks for heart or kidney issues and slower flow rates help prevent complications such as fluid overload.

Yes. Because the fluid enters your bloodstream directly, IV therapy restores blood volume and electrolytes within about an hour, making it the treatment of choice for moderate to severe dehydration when oral fluids are not possible.

Typical Dubai IV drips contain vitamin C, B-complex, B12, magnesium, zinc, selenium, calcium, and, when prescribed, glutathione or NAD⁺. All additives must comply with DHA regulations and be tailored to your lab results.

DHA-certified mobile clinics offer 24-hour emergency IV therapy for non-life-threatening conditions across Dubai. A licensed nurse arrives rapidly (typically within 30 minutes), consults with an on-call DHA-licensed doctor, and administers prescribed fluids or medications on-site. Crucially, life-threatening symptoms (e.g., chest pain, severe bleeding, loss of consciousness) require immediate ambulance transfer to a hospital emergency department.

IV therapy can be safely administered to children in Dubai when prescribed by a doctor, dosed precisely based on the child's weight, and administered by a DHA-licensed nurse experienced in pediatric care. The use of isotonic fluids and small-gauge cannulas helps minimize risks.

We serve all key Dubai neighbourhoods, including Downtown, Business Bay, Jumeirah, Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Al Barsha, Deira, Mirdif, JVC, and Arabian Ranches. A modest travel fee applies.

Yes. Once your surgeon signs off, a DHA-licensed nurse can deliver post-operative IV fluids, vitamins, or antibiotics at home, following a strict wound and vital-sign protocol.

Yes. A 40-minute electrolyte and B-vitamin drip with optional anti-nausea medication can be delivered to your home or hotel anywhere in Dubai to ease headache, nausea, and dehydration after a night out.

In most parts of Dubai, a licensed nurse can be at your door within 30–45 minutes, day or night. Use phone, WhatsApp, or the online calendar to secure the next available slot.

Each drip starts with saline or Ringer's lactate and can include vitamin C, B-complex vitamins, B12, magnesium, zinc, selenium, calcium, glutathione, and NAD⁺. All additives are sourced from licensed pharmacies and must meet Dubai Health Authority regulations.

Submit your concern through the DHA Medical Complaints System (online or 800 DHA). Attach your consent form, invoice, and any photos. You will receive a case number, and DHA investigates within five days.

When DHA-mandated aseptic technique and single-use kits are strictly followed, the risk of bloodstream infection is very low, comparable to best practice standards in clinical settings (typically cited as under 2 infections per 1000 catheter days).

Yes. Visitors can receive IV therapy on a standard visit visa or a Medical Treatment Entry Permit as long as the provider is DHA-licensed. Check your medications ahead of travel because some are restricted.

DHA's 2022 Health Data Protection Policy requires encryption, access logs, and patient consent for any data sharing. Your records sit on NABIDH, and nurses handle all paperwork electronically to keep your personal information secure.