The original wellness IV — magnesium, B-complex, vitamin C, and more, delivered in our Vitamin Infusion Lounge.
The Myers cocktail was developed in the 1970s by Dr. John Myers in Baltimore as an intravenous combination of B vitamins, vitamin C, magnesium, and calcium. Decades later it remains the most-requested IV in functional medicine for general wellness, immune support, energy, and recovery.
The reason it works: many patients have suboptimal levels of these key micronutrients due to diet, stress, illness, or absorption issues. Oral supplementation is limited by gut absorption (typically 20–50%). IV bypasses the digestive tract entirely, delivering 100% absorption directly to cells.
Custom modifications: add high-dose vitamin C for immune-focused protocols, glutathione for antioxidant support, taurine for cardiovascular support, manganese for joint health.
General wellness: baseline micronutrient repletion when diet, stress, or absorption is suboptimal.
Athletic recovery: magnesium accelerates muscle recovery, B vitamins support energy metabolism. Pre/post-event use is common.
Post-illness recovery: rebuild after cold, flu, COVID, GI illness. Nutrient stores are often depleted post-illness.
Chronic fatigue: patients with persistent fatigue, fibromyalgia, or chronic illness often respond to IV micronutrient repletion.
Stress and anxiety: magnesium has anxiolytic effects. B vitamins support neurotransmitter balance.
Migraine prevention: magnesium IV is well-supported for migraine prevention and acute treatment.
Pre/post-event support: wedding, athletic competition, public speaking, travel — many patients use Myers as a preparation/recovery tool.
Session length: 30–45 minute infusion in our IV lounge.
Frequency: weekly for 4–6 weeks for active repletion, then every 2–4 weeks for maintenance. Some patients prefer monthly.
What you’ll feel: warmth at the infusion site, improved energy, often a calming effect from magnesium, sometimes a flush from B vitamins. Most patients feel an energy and clarity boost within 24–48 hours.
Safety: Myers cocktail is well-tolerated in most patients. Contraindications include G6PD deficiency (high-dose vitamin C concern) and severe kidney disease (magnesium concern). Dr. Indianos screens new patients.
Stacking options: commonly combined with NAD+ IV, glutathione, or high-dose vitamin C for synergistic protocols. Dr. Indianos personalizes the stack.
Common questions about treatment, protocols, and Bespoke’s clinical approach.
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Dr. Carolyn Indianos, MD • Fellowship-Trained in Regenerative & Aesthetic Medicine • Gainesville, FL