The Myers cocktail is named for Dr. John Myers, a Baltimore physician who developed an IV vitamin and mineral blend in the 1960s and 70s for a range of patients. His original formula was never published in detail, and every IV provider today runs a version adapted from his general approach, not a single fixed recipe. That matters for anyone comparing prices or ingredients between providers, because "Myers cocktail" describes a category, not one exact formula.
What a Myers cocktail actually contains
The base of a Myers-style drip is a saline or lactated Ringer's fluid bag, the same fluid used in a standard hydration IV, mixed with a combination of:
- Vitamin C, at doses well above what is practical to take orally
- B-complex vitamins, including B1, B2, B3, B5, and B6
- Magnesium, which supports muscle relaxation and nerve function
- Calcium, in some formulations
The exact ratios and additions vary by provider. Ours is built to a consistent formula so what you get on your third visit matches your first, and every ingredient is listed on our menu page before you book.
How is it different from a basic hydration bag?
A basic hydration drip is fluid alone, usually saline, meant to rehydrate you quickly. A Myers cocktail starts from that same fluid base and adds the vitamin and mineral blend above. If your goal is simply rehydration after illness, travel, or a rough night, a basic bag does that job. The Myers cocktail is the choice when you also want the vitamin and mineral component, not just the fluid.
Who actually requests a Myers cocktail?
Based on what our clients tell us when booking, the most common reasons are general fatigue, wanting a reset after a demanding week, recovery after travel, and as a regular wellness routine for people who book monthly or seasonally. It is also a common choice for group and event bookings alongside a hydration-only option for guests who want something simpler.
What a Myers cocktail is not
It is not a treatment for any diagnosed medical condition, and no provider should present it as one. It is a wellness-oriented IV, delivered by a licensed Registered Nurse, and any specific health concern should go through your physician first. If you are pregnant, have kidney disease, or take medications that interact with high-dose vitamins or magnesium, tell your nurse during the screening before your appointment, not after it starts.
Ready to see the full ingredient list and price? Visit the drip menu, or read more about how IV hydration works in general.