Cellular optimization. Physician-supervised.
High-dose NAD+, glutathione, Myers cocktails, and recovery infusions. Used adjunctively for energy, focus, jet lag, post-exertion recovery, and as part of structured longevity protocols.
NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a coenzyme central to mitochondrial energy production and DNA repair; levels decline with age. At Magnolia Men's Health in Southlake, TX, IV NAD+ is delivered as a slow drip (default for first-time patients) or rapid push (veterans only), in 250mg, 500mg, or 1000mg doses ($300, $450, $700). We also offer Myers cocktails ($150–$250), high-dose vitamin C, glutathione, and recovery blends. We position NAD+ as a recovery and energy tool with strongest evidence for mitochondrial dysfunction and post-viral fatigue — not as a longevity miracle.
NAD+ is the coenzyme that sirtuins (the cellular repair enzymes) require to function and that mitochondria use to produce ATP. Tissue NAD+ levels fall steadily with age, which has prompted growing interest in restoring NAD+ as a longevity intervention.2 IV delivery bypasses gut absorption and first-pass metabolism, putting the molecule directly into circulation in pharmacologic doses.
Beyond NAD+, our IV menu includes glutathione (the master intracellular antioxidant), Myers cocktails (the classic B-complex / magnesium / vitamin C blend), and custom infusions matched to patient labs and goals. Every infusion is reviewed by Dr. Abdullah before scheduling.
Each infusion is reviewed by Dr. Abdullah before scheduling. Cadence is individualized.
Entry-level infusion. ~90 minutes with slow titration to minimize the chest-pressure / abdominal sensation common at faster rates.
Higher-dose NAD+ for established protocols. Typically 3 to 4 hours. Common in monthly maintenance after a loading series.
High-dose for experienced patients. 4 to 6 hours with careful titration. Reserved for patients who have tolerated lower doses well.
The master intracellular antioxidant. Liver support, detoxification, post-illness recovery.
Classic vitamin/mineral infusion. Hydration, B-complex, magnesium, calcium, vitamin C. 30 to 60 minutes.
Tailored infusion based on labs and goals. Built with the medical director, often layering glutathione, B12, taurine, or amino acid blends.
NAD+ at 1,000 mg given in two hours feels punishing — chest pressure, abdominal cramping, the whole picture. The same dose given over five hours feels like nothing.
We start every patient slow, ask about symptoms every 15 minutes through the first session, and slow the rate (or stop and restart) the second anything is uncomfortable.
NAD+. The most common acute sensations during infusion are mild flushing, brief chest pressure, and abdominal cramping. These are dose-rate-dependent and almost always relieved by slowing the drip. We screen for contraindications including active malignancy, severe CV disease, and significant renal impairment before scheduling high-dose infusions.
Glutathione & Myers. Generally very well tolerated. Rare: injection-site reaction, transient mild headache.
Limitations of evidence. NAD+ IV therapy has growing mechanistic support but limited randomized clinical trial evidence in healthy adults. We discuss this honestly. Patients seeking longevity-oriented protocols should understand they are participating in a category where the evidence is still maturing.
NAD+ — nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide — is a coenzyme present in every living cell, central to two of the most critical processes in human biology: mitochondrial energy production (the conversion of glucose, fats, and amino acids into ATP) and DNA repair (via the sirtuin and PARP enzyme families). Cellular NAD+ levels decline with age, with chronic illness, with sleep deprivation, and after periods of significant alcohol or substance use. The functional consequence is reduced mitochondrial efficiency, slower DNA repair, and diminished cellular resilience.
IV NAD+ delivers a high-dose bolus directly into the bloodstream, bypassing first-pass metabolism in the liver. The infusion supplies NAD+ precursors that intracellular machinery uses to restore baseline NAD+ pools more rapidly than oral supplementation (which has bioavailability problems and ceiling effects). Most patients describe the subjective effect as a clarity, energy stability, and improved sleep quality that emerges over the 24–72 hours following the infusion and lasts days to weeks depending on the dose and indication.
Post-viral fatigue and long-COVID-style syndromes. The clearest clinical signal we see in our practice is for patients in the 6–18 month window after a significant viral illness who have not fully returned to baseline energy. A 5–10 session loading course typically produces meaningful improvement in 70–80% of cases, with maintenance every 4–8 weeks thereafter as needed.
Mitochondrial dysfunction and metabolic syndrome. Patients with insulin resistance, fatty liver, and exercise intolerance often respond well to a structured NAD+ protocol layered on top of metabolic management (diet changes, GLP-1 if appropriate, hormone optimization). NAD+ alone won't fix metabolic dysfunction, but it can support the mitochondrial recovery that makes the rest of the work effective.
Addiction recovery support. A 7–10 day NAD+ loading protocol has emerging evidence for reducing post-acute withdrawal symptoms (sleep disruption, mood instability, cravings) in alcohol and stimulant recovery. We do not market this as a primary addiction treatment — recovery is multidisciplinary — but for patients with the right context and willingness to engage in concurrent therapy, NAD+ is a useful adjunct.
Pre-event recovery and high-performance contexts. Athletes preparing for competition, executives in high-stakes work cycles, surgical recovery — single-dose or short-course NAD+ as a recovery and energy tool is a well-tolerated and effective use case.
"NAD+ reverses aging" is one of the most aggressively marketed claims in the wellness IV space, and the science does not support that framing. NAD+ supports specific cellular functions; restoring NAD+ does not turn back biological time. We position NAD+ as a recovery and energy tool with strong evidence for specific indications, not a longevity miracle. If a clinic is selling you a $700 IV with a Stanford-anti-aging-podcast pitch, ask them what randomized controlled trial they're citing for "reversal of aging." There isn't one.
Push vs. drip. NAD+ "push" administration delivers the dose as a rapid IV injection over 5–15 minutes; "drip" delivers the same dose as a slow infusion over 1–2 hours. Push produces a higher peak serum concentration faster but is more intense — first-time patients commonly experience flushing, transient chest pressure, and abdominal cramping during a push. Drip is gentler, with the same end-state benefits and far fewer acute side effects. Our default for first-time patients is drip; we transition to push only for patients who have completed several drip sessions and specifically prefer the faster format. Walking a first-timer into a push session is what franchise IV bars do because it is faster turnover. We do not.
Dose. We offer 250 mg ($300), 500 mg ($450), and 1000 mg ($700) per session. Most patients start at 500 mg, see how they respond, and move up or down on subsequent sessions. The 1000 mg dose is appropriate for patients with significant post-viral fatigue, addiction recovery contexts, or patients who have plateaued at lower doses.
Cadence. Loading phase for symptomatic indications: 5–10 sessions over 2–3 weeks. Maintenance: one session every 4–12 weeks depending on response. We do not recommend weekly NAD+ indefinitely — diminishing returns and unnecessary cost. Patients chasing "more is better" with weekly NAD+ for months on end are spending money for negligible incremental benefit; we'll tell you when you've hit that ceiling.
Myers cocktail ($150–$250). The classic IV vitamin and mineral blend — B-vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12), magnesium, calcium, and vitamin C — useful for general recovery, fatigue, mild dehydration, and pre-event support. Most patients tolerate it well; mild warmth or a metallic taste during infusion is normal.
High-dose vitamin C (10–25g, $200–$400). Used selectively for immune support, recovery from acute illness, and as adjunctive support during cancer treatment (in coordination with the patient's oncologist; we do not present vitamin C IV as a cancer treatment). G6PD deficiency must be ruled out before high-dose vitamin C — we test before any first session.
Glutathione ($150–$250). The body's master intracellular antioxidant. Useful for liver detoxification support, oxidative stress reduction, and skin clarity. Often added as a 600–1000mg push at the end of a Myers cocktail or NAD+ infusion.
Recovery and performance blends. Custom infusions for post-event recovery, pre-event preparation, or specific athletic contexts. We don't offer a "hangover IV" as a marketing gimmick — if you are chronically dehydrated from drinking, the issue isn't a $200 IV.
Best candidates for NAD+ IV: patients with post-viral fatigue, mitochondrial dysfunction symptoms, brain fog, sleep disruption that hasn't responded to behavioral interventions, addiction recovery (with appropriate concurrent care), exercise intolerance, or who are otherwise functional but have a specific energy/clarity ceiling they want to push past.
Less ideal candidates: patients seeking NAD+ as primary treatment for major depression (NAD+ may help mood as a side benefit but is not antidepressant therapy), patients with active untreated cancer (rare contraindication; we coordinate with oncology before any session), and patients pursuing NAD+ as a longevity intervention based on podcast marketing rather than a specific symptom.
Contraindications and screening. Active pregnancy (limited data, default to caution). Known allergy to any infusion ingredient. Severe kidney disease (we adjust based on the latest GFR). G6PD deficiency for high-dose vitamin C specifically. We do a brief medical intake before every first IV session and review medication interactions; subsequent sessions are quicker.
Dr. Abdullah is a board-certified internal medicine physician based in Southlake, TX, and an IFM-certified functional medicine practitioner. He focuses on men's hormone health — testosterone optimization, GLP-1 weight loss, sexual health, peptides, and longevity — and personally reviews and adjusts every protocol that leaves the clinic.
Free first visit. We'll discuss what you're optimizing for, screen for contraindications, and pick the infusion that fits.
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