Clear answers before you decide

You can make an enquiry, but treatment should only be confirmed after a licensed provider reviews your symptoms, medical history, medicines, allergies and whether the home setting is appropriate.

Timing varies with assessment, cannulation, the prescribed fluid or medication and the infusion rate. The provider should give a realistic visit window after the treatment plan is confirmed.

No. An IV uses venous access and carries risks that oral fluids and supplements do not. The IV route should have a clear clinical reason rather than being chosen only for convenience.

You may discuss your goals, but a qualified clinician should decide whether an IV is appropriate and select the formulation, dose and rate after assessment.

Have your identification, medication list, allergy information and relevant medical reports available. Choose a clean, well-lit place with a comfortable seat and easy access for the practitioner.

Tell the clinician immediately during the infusion. After the visit, use the provider's contact pathway for increasing pain, redness, warmth, swelling or discharge, and seek emergency help for severe or rapidly worsening symptoms.