NAD+ IV Drips: Who They Suit, What Research Shows and What to Expect

NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a coenzyme found in every cell that helps cells turn food into energy. NAD+ levels fall with age in some tissues, which is why an NAD+ drip appeals to people who take a proactive approach to their health. Research on drips is still early and results vary, so at Velalux Clinic in Thonglor, Bangkok, a doctor assesses you first.

This guide is for people deciding whether an NAD+ drip fits them: who usually chooses it, what research shows, what a session feels like and who should skip it.

An NAD+ drip at Velalux Clinic in Thonglor, Bangkok is ฿6,900 per session, including the doctor's assessment (price as of November 2026). Until 31 December 2026, the promotion price is ฿5,850 per session. You can start with one session; there is no package to buy first. After it, the doctor will tell you whether more make sense for you. See Revive (NAD+) on our services page.

Who chooses NAD+ therapy, and is it right for you?

NAD+ therapy is usually chosen by healthy adults who already look after themselves and want a doctor-led addition to that routine. It suits people who are comfortable with a treatment that research is still exploring, and who value an assessment before anything is given. Most people fit one of these groups.

• You already invest in your health. You exercise, watch your sleep and maybe take supplements, and you want a doctor to look at the whole picture. A drip can sit alongside those habits; it does not replace them.
• You take NAD+ or NMN supplements and are curious about the drip. A drip and a supplement work differently, and research has not shown that one gives better results than the other. Bring your supplement labels and the doctor will review them with you.
• You already have IV drips and want NAD+ with a doctor's assessment. You may have had vitamin drips before. Tell the doctor what you had and how you felt, and they will advise whether NAD+ suits you alongside anything else you take.
• You read about healthy ageing and want to try NAD+ with your eyes open. NAD+ is a major topic in ageing research. You would rather hear plainly what is known and what is not, then decide for yourself.
• You want unhurried time to sit back, with a doctor's review built in. Each session starts with the doctor reviewing your health and medicines, then you rest while the drip runs slowly. A quiet pause in a busy week.

It is probably not for you if you want a guaranteed result, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you are having cancer treatment or have serious heart, kidney or liver disease. In those cases the doctor will usually suggest another approach.

Recognise yourself in one of these? Book an assessment. Our doctor will go through your health history and medicines first, and you decide after that.

NAD+ drip benefits: what research supports so far

NAD+ is essential to how cells make energy, and human studies show its levels are lower in some tissues as people age. That is why researchers are testing ways to raise it. Studies of NAD+ drips are still small, so for now the picture is an active area of science with open questions, and results that differ from person to person.

If you are curious about NAD+, in good general health and comfortable that results vary, an assessment with our doctor is a sensible next step.

What an NAD+ drip at Velalux is like, from arrival to leaving

An NAD+ drip starts with a doctor's assessment of your health history and medicines. A small tube (cannula) is placed in a vein in your arm, and the drip runs slowly while you sit back and rest. The doctor sets the speed, and you can ask us to slow down or pause at any time.

• Assessment: the doctor checks your health, current medicines and supplements, pregnancy or breastfeeding, and any past reactions.
• The cannula: most people feel a quick pinch as the small tube goes in. Tell us straight away if anything feels uncomfortable.
• During the drip: some people feel warmth, flushing or tightness in the chest or stomach. These are usually linked to drip speed, so tell us and we will slow or pause it.
• Afterwards: most people go back to their usual day. Some feel a little tired or light-headed for a short time.

This month's NAD+ offer

See this month's price per session on our NAD+ offer page.

Before your visit

• Eat a light meal and drink water beforehand.
• Wear a top with sleeves that roll up easily.
• Bring a list, or the labels, of the medicines and supplements you take.

NAD+ side effects and who should avoid it

Common NAD+ drip side effects are flushing, nausea, headache, a feeling of chest or stomach tightness, and soreness or bruising where the cannula went in. Most ease when the drip is slowed or stopped. A doctor's assessment comes first because the drip is not suitable for everyone.

Talk to the doctor first, or avoid an NAD+ drip, if you:

• are pregnant or breastfeeding;
• are having cancer treatment;
• have serious heart, kidney or liver disease;
• take several regular medicines, or have reacted to a drip before.

Like any treatment given through a vein, an NAD+ drip carries a small risk of infection or irritation at the site, which is why it is given by trained staff under a doctor's supervision.

Already taking an NAD+ supplement?

You can still ask about an NAD+ drip. Bring the supplement label to your assessment, and the doctor will check it alongside your other medicines before advising whether a drip suits you. The amounts on a label are measured differently from a drip, so the numbers can't be compared.

NAD+ supplements usually contain precursors such as NR or NMN that the body can turn into NAD+. A drip and a supplement are different things, and research on both in healthy adults is still limited.

What does NAD+ do in your cells?

NAD+ is a coenzyme, a helper molecule that enzymes need to work. The body makes it from compounds related to vitamin B3 (niacin) and from the amino acid tryptophan. Every cell uses it, mainly to turn food into usable energy.

• Energy metabolism: it carries electrons in the reactions that release energy from food.
• Enzyme partner: enzyme families called sirtuins and PARPs need NAD+ for everyday cell upkeep.

Frequently asked questions

How often do people have NAD+ drips?

There is no fixed schedule. The doctor decides after your first session, based on your health and how you felt afterwards.

How long does an NAD+ drip take?

It depends on the drip speed the doctor sets for you, because NAD+ is given slowly for comfort. Plan for a relaxed visit rather than a quick appointment.

Does an NAD+ drip hurt?

Most people feel a quick pinch when the cannula goes in. During the drip, some feel warmth or tightness, which usually eases when the drip is slowed.

Can I combine an NAD+ drip with other treatments?

Sometimes. Tell the doctor about any other treatments, drips or supplements, and they will advise what is suitable on the day.

Can I exercise or drink alcohol after an NAD+ drip?

Light activity is usually fine. Many people choose to skip hard exercise and alcohol for the rest of the day; follow the doctor's advice for you.

How is NAD+ different from other Velalux drips?

Each drip has a different formula and purpose. The doctor can explain the options at your assessment; see all drips on our services page.

Thinking about an NAD+ drip? Book an assessment. Our doctor will go through your health and medicines with you, answer your questions, and tell you plainly whether it is a good fit. You can start with one session; there is no package to buy.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Siwakorn Techataweewat, MD (ว.72193). Last updated: 7 November 2026.

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