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NAD Therapy IV Treatment: An Effective Holistic Intervention For Addiction

With substance use comes harmful effects on your brain and your body. Natural processes are interrupted or distorted, and your body has difficulty adjusting. Your desire for recovery may be hindered by your body’s inability to catch up to your new health goals.

You already produce NAD on your own, but this process is restricted under the influence of drugs and alcohol. NAD Therapy is a blend of healthy supplements administered via IV that stimulate natural NAD+ production, increasing your ability to navigate the symptoms of withdrawal and cravings.

This evidence-based therapy is a natural intervention supported by industry-leading medications to effectively address substance use disorder and alcohol addiction. If you or a loved one are suffering from the effects of substance abuse, let’s pursue a holistic intervention together so you can heal from the inside out.

How Does NAD+ Help With Alcohol or Drug Addiction?

One of the most critical vitamin-derived coenzymes is NAD+ (Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide). This coenzyme binds to other enzymes to aid or alleviate a natural reaction.[1] This function is critical to renewing the cells that promote the natural detoxification process.

As such, NAD-dependent enzymes can influence major brain chemistry associated with the addiction. When substances like drugs or alcohol are consumed, your natural levels of NAD are depleted.

In recent years, an IV intervention has been applied to treat stress, energy production, and addiction treatment. This vitamin-based treatment approach helps treat addictive behavior by reducing cravings and alleviating withdrawal symptoms.[2]

IV NAD+ Supported Detox: How Does It Work?

As part of an individualized and comprehensive treatment program, clients will receive infusions of NAD supplements on a predetermined schedule. Each client’s needs will be unique, and their treatment plan will reflect this. However, in most cases, NAD IV treatment looks like following protocols.

IV NAD+ Supported Detox for Alcohol and Benzos

As CNS (central nervous system) depressants, it may be difficult – if not dangerous, to detox from alcohol and benzodiazepines without some form of medication-assisted treatment. NAD+ interventions alleviate discomfort and provide significant relief to ease your transition into recovery.

NAD IV Treatment

  • 1000 mg per day x 2 days in 1-liter normal saline
  • 6 to 8 hours per infusion

Supporting Medications

  • Guanfacine 1mg twice a day
  • Gabapentin taper
  • Lorazepam PRN (for breakthrough relief from withdrawal symptoms)
  • Trazodone PRN or Doxylamine PRN (for sleep)

Supplements

  • Magnesium
  • Potassium
  • Calcium
  • Vitamin B complex
  • Liposomal Vitamin C
  • Low dose vitamin C

IV NAD+ Supported Detox for Opiates

Opioid addiction is one of the most deadly substance use disorders of our time. In a recent study from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), it was determined that over 148,000 deaths were associated with opioid overdose across two years in the U.S.[3] IV infusions for NAD and medication interventions offer critical relief for early recovery symptoms and improve relapse prevention success.

NAD IV Treatment

  • 1000 mg per day x 2 days in 1-liter normal saline
  • 6 to 8 hours per infusion

Supporting Medications

  • Clonidine (for withdrawal symptoms)
  • Flexeril PRN (for cramps)
  • Ibuprofen and Tylenol (for muscle aches)
  • Zofran PRN (for nausea)
  • Loperamide PRN (for diarrhea)
  • Benzodiazepine (for breakthrough relief from severe anxiety and agitation)

*Optional introduction to buprenorphine if client wants to transition to MAT.

Supplements

  • Magnesium
  • Potassium
  • Calcium
  • Vitamin B complex
  • Liposomal Vitamin C
  • Low dose vitamin C

How Do The Supplements In NAD+ Therapy Help Addiction Symptoms?

NAD IV Therapy leverages the natural benefits of a number of helpful supplements to increase coenzyme production and help you navigate early recovery more effectively.

  • Magnesium: This supplement is crucial for promoting nervous system function, muscle health, blood pressure regulation, and energy production.
  • Potassium: This supplement regulates fluid levels in your cells and supports muscle contraction and blood pressure levels.
  • Calcium: This supplement builds strong bones and helps your heart and muscles maintain healthy functioning.
  • Vitamin B complex: This supplement impacts your natural energy levels, improves brain function, prevents infection, elevates the growth of red blood cells, and stimulates cell metabolism.
  • Liposomal Vitamin C: This supplement has a better absorption rate than standard vitamin C and helps to regulate the damage that high blood sugar can have on your heart.
  • Low-dose vitamin C: This supplement strengthens your immune system, supports energy production and protein metabolism, and absorption of collagen.

Experience The Benefits Of NAD IV Therapy Detox

Reduced Cravings

Cravings are one of the most significant and uncomfortable symptoms of early withdrawal. Your body has grown accustomed to the effects of drugs or alcohol and is attempting to adjust. With the support of natural supplements and evidence-based medication intervention, you can experience reduced cravings when you need it most.

Reduced Nausea

Feeling queasy or nauseous is another common symptom of withdrawal that makes it difficult to eat, stay healthy, or even move around. By treating this symptom, you will feel significantly better.

Reduced Aches & Pains

Opioid use disorder (OUD) often reduces the experience of pain. Painful muscle cramps and body aches reappear during early withdrawal as your body feels the absence of narcotics. Using safer, non or less-addictive medications, you will experience less pain overall, making it easier for you to focus on recovery.

Reduced Chance of Relapse

With muted withdrawal symptoms and dedicated support, clients are equipped to safely navigate the most critical time of recovery during early withdrawal. Medication-assisted and vitamin-enriched interventions like NAD+ increase the likelihood of abstinence and continued sobriety.[4]

Additional Treatment For Substance Use Disorder

The most effective recovery journey is one that is supported by other holistic interventions.

Therapeutic Interventions

As an inpatient treatment and clinical assessment facility, our services are seamlessly interconnected with supporting therapy modalities as part of a longer-term drug or alcohol rehab. Clients may participate in other forms of IV therapy, massage, meditation, yoga, and acupuncture.

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Lifestyle Interventions

In addition to substance use, poor eating habits, anxiety, a lack of exercise, and an inconsistent sleep schedule also reduce NAD+ levels.[5] By eating a balanced diet, engaging in regular exercise, and implementing self-care and mental health modalities, you can increase your natural NAD+ levels. We’ll help support your recovery with guidance in these areas as you develop more personal autonomy.

Frequently Asked Questions About NAD

What does the + mean in NAD+?

The plus sign indicates the stimulation of natural NAD production in addition to other medications for increased comfort and recovery success.

Does NAD remove toxins?

Yes. The function of the NAD coenzyme is to renew the cells that promote the natural detoxification process.

What are the side effects of NAD detox?

Many clients experience no side effects at all. Others may experience mild side effects such as headaches or fatigue. These typically resolve on their own.

Experience IV Therapy and NAD For Addiction Recovery

Recovery is already difficult. Make the earliest stages more comfortable with cutting-edge and evidence-based interventions like NAD treatment.

Experience IV Therapy and NAD For Addiction Recovery

Recovery is already difficult. Make the earliest stages more comfortable with cutting-edge and evidence-based interventions like NAD treatment.

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