Because your body doesn’t produce or store vitamin C, it is important to ensure that it is included as part of your regular diet. The recommended daily amount of vitamin C is 65 to 90 milligrams (mg) with an upper limit of 2,000 mg a day. Too much vitamin C is unlikely to be harmful, however, megadoses of vitamin C supplements may cause vomiting, nausea and diarrhea.

That is why it is important to have your vitamin C IV drip treatment administered at a reputable clinic where there is a doctor on standby to assist you in the rare event of a complication. Additionally, Ignite Medispa administers the right dosage amounts to minimise the chance of a vitamin C overdose.

Toxicity from vitamin C is thought to result from ‘chronic’ intake of 2 g per day, but this level has not been definitively determined.Toxicity may cause kidney stones, dental calcification, and diarrhoea.Those who have a deficiency of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase should seek expert medical advice before taking vitamin C supplements, due to a risk of haemolysis (the rupture of red blood cells).Other considerations include the interaction between high levels of vitamin C and some medications, such as warfarin, statins, and some drugs as part of HIV treatment (such as protease inhibitors).

Vitamin C IV drips are a relatively safe therapy, especially when administered in an equipped medical environment and where there is a practising doctor available. As mentioned before, megadoses of vitamin C may cause vomiting, nausea and diarrhea. However, our dosage amounts are specifically designed to be a safe and reasonable dosage for all adults.

Whilst nothing in the medical world can be guaranteed because we are all so unique, our professional paramedical staff and doctors will be able to assist you with your treatment. Your safety is our number one priority. Additionally, we boast a state-of-the-art facility that is fully equipped to handle all medical emergencies, and we are located inside a private hospital.

At Ignite Medispa®, we offer supplementation with intravenous vitamin C as part of our different NewCell® packages starting from just $349. Additionally, our exclusive NewCell® Packages are loaded with other essential nutrients including vitamin B complex, Calcium and Potassium.

Receiving a megadose of vitamin C may have the following side effects:

• Vomiting, nausea and diarrhea
• Heartburn
• Stomach cramps or bloating
• Fatigue and sleepiness, or sometimes insomnia
• Headache
• Skin flushing – feeling warm and reddening of the neck, upper chest or face.

Vitamin C is an essential nutrient that does work to improve your immune function and supports healthy skin, bones, connective tissue and other biological processes. If you are vitamin C deficient, then a vitamin C IV Drip may work for you.

Whilst your vitamin C IV drip treatment will usually last about 30 minutes, the total appointment time will take approximately 50 minutes. We want you to enjoy your treatment and leave us feeling positive, vibrant, happy, healthy and relaxed!