Rapid rehydration
Hydration Therapy
Doctor-ledat Dr. Torun’s Clinic
Targeted hydration support via IV infusion. Simple hydration-focused IV therapy delivered by trained clinicians in a monitored setting.
The essentials.
- Treatment focus
- Targeted hydration support via IV infusion
- Price
- From €325.
- Courses
- 1 course, from €1500. See all courses
- Delivered by
- Infusions given by our doctors and qualified nurses.
- Before treatment
- Health screening completed before every session.
- Products
- Pharmaceutical-grade vitamins and minerals.
Prices may vary based on individual assessment. Your clinician will confirm suitability, timing and aftercare before you begin.
What is a hydration infusion?
A hydration drip replaces water and electrolytes that have been lost. The fluids most commonly used include:
- 0.9% normal saline
- Ringer's lactate (Hartmann's solution)
- Dextrose solutions, such as D5W
Because oral rehydration relies on the gut, IV fluids are particularly useful when someone cannot keep fluids down or is losing them faster than they can drink.
Restoration of circulating blood volume
Correction of electrolyte imbalance
It can quickly improve symptoms such as dizziness, weakness, dry mouth and low urine output. In moderate to severe dehydration, IV fluids can be lifesaving and are a core part of acute care.
Who may need this drip?
Diarrhoea, fever or heat exposure
Also
- Patients with electrolyte disturbances or low blood pressure
- Selected patients who need rapid fluid replacement
Before your infusion
Blood tests before your infusion
For mild cases, blood tests are often not needed before starting fluids. Where symptoms are more significant, we may check:
- Electrolytes: sodium, potassium and chloride
- Kidney function tests: creatinine and urea
- Blood glucose
- Complete blood count (CBC): if an infection is suspected
In more serious illness, additional tests such as lactate, urinalysis or a blood gas (ABG/VBG) may be appropriate.
How your Hydration appointment works.
A simple, modern care journey so you know exactly what happens next.
Book your appointment. Book online in under a minute and choose a time that suits you.
Health Assessment. A brief health screen ensures IV therapy is appropriate and safe for you.
Your Infusion. Relax in our comfortable treatment room while your personalised drip is given by one of our doctors or qualified nurses.
Feel the Difference. Most patients notice improved energy and wellbeing within 24-48 hours. Follow-up infusions can be scheduled as needed.
Pricing
Clear, upfront pricing.
Multi-session packages offer a reduced rate when you commit to a course.
Prices may vary based on individual assessment. See our full fee list for all services.
At home
Your Hydration infusion, at home.
Can’t make it to Tallaght? Your Hydration drip can also be arranged in the comfort and privacy of your own home, with the same clinical standards as a visit to the clinic.
Your drip is chosen after a doctor-led assessment, then given by one of our doctors or qualified nurses, with monitoring throughout the infusion.
Treatment at home depends on your medical assessment and where you live. Contact the clinic to check availability and fees for your area.
Book online →Medical uses
Hydration infusions are medically indicated in a range of situations, including:
- Dehydration from vomiting, diarrhoea or fever
- Heat exhaustion
- An inability to tolerate oral fluids
- Recovery after surgery
- Severe infections or sepsis
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Low blood pressure (hypotension)
- Selected kidney conditions, with careful monitoring
They are also commonly requested for hangover relief, fatigue or an "energy boost", and recovery after travel or exercise.
Risks and considerations
IV fluids are very safe when used appropriately, but they are still a medical treatment. Points we consider include:
- Fluid overload, particularly in older patients or those with heart failure or kidney disease
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Pulmonary oedema (fluid on the lungs) in severe cases
This is exactly why hydration should be dosed and monitored by a clinician rather than assumed to be "always harmless".
Our approach at Dr. Torun's Clinic
We assess how dehydrated you actually are and choose the right fluid, rate and volume for you. A hydration drip is delivered under medical supervision, with monitoring throughout so treatment stays safe and comfortable.
Feeling depleted after illness, travel or a hard training block? Book appointment or see our full range of IV therapy services.
Book appointment →Hydration IV Infusion in Dublin: When a Drip Beats a Glass of Water
A doctor's guide to IV hydration therapy: the fluids used, medical uses, benefits and safety, and who a drip actually helps.
Read the doctor’s guide →FAQ
Hydration FAQs.
What is a hydration IV drip?
A hydration infusion delivers fluids, usually normal saline, Hartmann's solution or a dextrose solution, directly into a vein to restore your fluid and electrolyte balance. Because it bypasses the gut, it works faster than drinking when you are significantly dehydrated.
Is an IV drip better than drinking water?
For everyday thirst, drinking water is perfectly adequate and much cheaper. An IV drip comes into its own when you cannot keep fluids down, are losing them faster than you can drink, or are moderately to severely dehydrated, situations where oral rehydration is not enough.
How long does a hydration infusion take?
Most hydration infusions take around 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the volume of fluid required. You also spend a short time at the clinic for assessment and monitoring. Most people return to normal activities straight afterwards.
Is IV hydration safe?
IV fluids are very safe when dosed and monitored by a clinician. The main risks, fluid overload, electrolyte imbalance, or fluid on the lungs, are more relevant in older patients or those with heart or kidney conditions. This is why treatment is doctor-supervised, not assumed to be always harmless.
Can a hydration drip help a hangover?
Yes, rehydration is a big part of hangover recovery. If your symptoms are alcohol-related, our hangover infusion is tailored specifically for that, adding electrolytes and B vitamins alongside fluids.
