NAD+ Infusion in Dublin: A Doctor's Guide to IV NAD Therapy

NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a coenzyme found in every cell of your body. It plays a central role in turning the food you eat into cellular energy, in repairing DNA, and in the signalling that keeps cells working properly. Levels fall naturally as we age. A NAD+ infusion delivers it directly into the bloodstream.

At Dr. Torun's Clinic in Tallaght, Dublin 24, every NAD+ infusion is assessed and supervised by a doctor, and given slowly and carefully to keep it comfortable. This guide explains what the treatment involves, the evidence behind it, and how we keep it safe.

NAD+ is essential to how your mitochondria, the energy factories inside your cells, produce energy. It is also involved in DNA repair and in regulating a family of proteins linked to cellular ageing. Because oral NAD+ is largely broken down in the gut, an intravenous infusion is used to raise levels more directly.

NAD+ therapy is offered mainly in wellness and longevity settings. It has also been studied, with mixed results, as a supportive therapy in areas such as addiction recovery and neurological health. It is important to be clear that much of the evidence is still early, and many of the wellness claims rest on limited data and personal reports rather than large clinical trials.

This is the single most important practical point about NAD+ infusions. Given too quickly, NAD+ commonly causes flushing, nausea, chest or abdominal tightness, and lightheadedness. These effects are not dangerous, but they are uncomfortable. The solution is simple: we run the infusion slowly, often over one and a half to four hours, and adjust the rate to how you feel. A NAD+ drip is not a quick treatment, and that is by design.

NAD+ infusions are requested and used for:

• General energy and reduced fatigue
• Mental clarity and focus
• Support for cellular repair and healthy ageing
• Recovery and wellbeing during demanding periods
• As a supportive, adjunctive therapy in some addiction-recovery and neurological protocols

We will always be honest about what the evidence does and does not support. The biochemistry of NAD+ is well established. The wellness benefits of IV NAD+ are widely reported by patients but not yet proven in large trials.

NAD+ is generally well tolerated, but we may check some basic safety bloods depending on your history:

• Complete blood count (CBC)
• Kidney function tests: creatinine and urea
• Liver function tests (LFTs)

If you have a heart condition, a chronic illness, or take regular medication, tell us in advance so we can plan your care safely.

Commonly reported benefits include:

• Improved energy and reduced fatigue
• Sharper focus and mental clarity
• A sense of improved recovery and wellbeing
• Support for the cellular processes involved in energy production and repair

Individual responses vary. Some people notice a clear lift, others less so, and we will set honest expectations before you start.

NAD+ infusions are considered safe when given slowly under supervision. Points to be aware of include:

• Infusion-rate effects such as flushing, nausea, chest or abdominal tightness and lightheadedness if the drip runs too fast, which settle quickly when the rate is reduced
• Allergic reactions, which are rare
• Limited long-term safety data, since IV NAD+ is a relatively new wellness treatment

This is why we supervise the infusion throughout and adjust the pace to keep you comfortable.

A NAD+ infusion may be considered for:

• Adults experiencing persistent tiredness or brain fog once other causes have been checked
• People looking for a wellness or longevity-focused treatment
• Those recovering from a demanding physical or mental period
• Selected patients using it as a supportive therapy alongside appropriate medical care

If you have ongoing fatigue, the right first step is a proper assessment to rule out treatable causes such as iron deficiency, thyroid problems or poor sleep, rather than starting with a drip.

We take a doctor-led, assessment-first approach. Before any NAD+ drip, we review your history and goals, arrange any bloods that are appropriate, and set aside enough time to give the infusion slowly and comfortably. You are monitored throughout.

Interested in a NAD+ infusion done properly and safely? Book a consultation or explore our full range of IV therapy services.

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