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Essentials Drip · $349 · 45 minutes

The Myers Cocktail.

The original IV vitamin protocol, developed in the 1960s by Baltimore physician Dr. John Myers and refined for modern use. Still the most-researched and most-requested IV vitamin therapy in the country.

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The History

Where the Myers Cocktail came from.

Dr. John Myers was a physician at Johns Hopkins in the 1960s and 1970s who began experimenting with an IV vitamin and mineral blend for patients with fatigue, fibromyalgia, asthma, migraine, and acute infections. He never formally published his protocol, but his patients reported significant improvement and the practice spread informally through colleagues.

After Dr. Myers' death in 1984, Dr. Alan Gaby, a physician who had worked with him, refined the protocol and published the modern Myers Cocktail formulation. Gaby's version is what most IV clinics still use today. He estimates he personally administered the cocktail more than 15,000 times over his career.

A 2009 placebo-controlled pilot trial published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine studied the Myers Cocktail in patients with fibromyalgia; those who received it reported improvement, though the difference from placebo did not reach statistical significance. It remains one of the few published clinical trials on the protocol, and research is limited.

What is in It

The Whole Health Myers formula.

Our Myers Cocktail follows the modern Gaby protocol with adjustments for tolerance and comfort. Every additive is pharmacy-sourced.

Magnesium

Magnesium Chloride · 2-4 mL

The most important component. Magnesium relaxes vascular and bronchial smooth muscle, supports over 300 enzymatic reactions, and is depleted by stress, exercise, caffeine, and alcohol. Most adults are mildly deficient.

Calcium

Calcium Gluconate · 1-3 mL

Works alongside magnesium for muscle and nerve function. Helps prevent the warmth or flushing sensation that high-dose magnesium can cause.

B-Complex

Multi-B Vitamin Blend · 1 mL

B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacinamide), B5 (pantothenic acid), B6 (pyridoxine). Critical for energy metabolism, neurological function, and red blood cell production.

Vitamin B12

Hydroxocobalamin · 1 mL

Essential for nervous system function, DNA synthesis, and red blood cell formation. We use hydroxocobalamin (the form your body retains longest) rather than cyanocobalamin.

Vitamin B6

Pyridoxine · 1 mL

Supports neurotransmitter synthesis (serotonin, dopamine, GABA), immune function, and hemoglobin production. Often deficient in people on hormonal birth control.

Vitamin C

Ascorbic Acid · 4-20 mL

Antioxidant, immune support, collagen synthesis. Higher IV doses bypass the absorption ceiling of oral vitamin C and reach plasma concentrations not achievable by mouth.

Carrier fluid. Everything above is mixed into either sterile water or normal saline, depending on what your body needs that day. Total bag volume is typically 250-500 mL.
Who It Is For

Common reasons clients book Myers.

  • Persistent fatigue or low energy
  • Recovery after demanding or run-down stretches
  • Pre-event prep (wedding, gala, race)
  • Support during periods of fatigue or low energy
  • High-stress periods at work or home
  • Frequent travel and time-zone changes
  • Athletic training recovery
  • General immune support during flu season
  • Periodic wellness reset
  • Magnesium deficiency symptoms
What to Expect

Your first Myers Cocktail visit.

Step 1

Quick intake

Your nurse reviews your health history, current medications, and any concerns. This is a five-minute conversation, not paperwork.

Step 2

The IV start

A small IV catheter goes in, typically in the back of the hand or forearm. Most clients describe it as a brief pinch.

Step 3

The drip

The bag runs over 30-45 minutes. You can read, work, or rest. Some clients feel warmth or a vitamin taste briefly, both normal.

Step 4

The finish

IV out, small pressure dressing on, and you are back to your day. Most clients feel an energy lift within 2-12 hours.

Important

Who should not get a Myers Cocktail.

IV vitamin therapy is generally well-tolerated, but it is not appropriate for everyone. We screen every client and decline service when the situation calls for it.

  • Pregnancy, without OB approval
  • Active heart, kidney, or liver disease
  • Hemochromatosis or iron overload disorders
  • G6PD deficiency (high-dose vitamin C concern)
  • Recent serious medical event without clearance
  • Known allergy to any component
  • On certain medications (chemo, specific antibiotics)
  • Children under 18, without pediatrician approval
Safety first. If we determine a Myers Cocktail is not right for your situation, we will tell you and recommend an alternative, or refer you to your physician. We do not push services that are not appropriate.
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(The original)

The drip that started it all.

Developed by Dr. John Myers in Baltimore in the 1960s, the Myers Cocktail is the original vitamin infusion: magnesium, calcium, B vitamins, and vitamin C in one balanced bag. Six decades on, it is still the most requested formula in IV therapy.

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Questions

The Myers Cocktail, answered.

What is in a Myers Cocktail?

Magnesium, calcium, a full B-complex, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, and vitamin C, mixed into sterile fluids. It follows the modern Gaby protocol, with your nurse adjusting for tolerance and comfort.

What does it feel like, and when will I feel it?

Some clients notice brief warmth or a vitamin taste during the drip, both normal. Most report an energy lift within 2 to 12 hours, with the strongest effects the next day.

How often do clients get a Myers Cocktail?

Every 1 to 4 weeks is the common range, depending on your goals and how depleted you start. Your nurse will suggest a cadence honestly rather than sell you a subscription.

Do you come to my area?

Yes. WholeHealth Hydration is a mobile service covering Orange County, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties. Same-day slots are most common in coastal Orange County, and a small travel fee may apply depending on distance.

Who should not get a Myers Cocktail?

Anyone with active heart, kidney, or liver disease, G6PD deficiency, iron overload disorders, or pregnancy without OB approval. A licensed RN screens your history before every IV, and we decline service when that is the safer call.

Myers Cocktail · $349

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A licensed RN will arrive at your door within 24-48 hours of booking. Same-day slots often available.

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