IV Therapies
Intravenous (IV) therapy is one of the most powerful and versatile tools in integrative medicine. By delivering nutrients, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and therapeutic agents directly into the bloodstream, IV therapy bypasses the limitations of the digestive system and achieves
therapeutic concentrations that are simply not possible through oral supplementation alone
At Sunridge Medical in Scottsdale, Arizona, IV therapy is central to our treatment approach for
cancer, chronic disease, immune dysfunction, fatigue, detoxification, and general wellness optimization. All IV therapies at Sunridge Medical are administered under direct physician supervision in our clinical setting.
Why IV Therapy Is More Effective Than Oral Supplementation
When you take oral vitamins or supplements, your gastrointestinal tract absorbs only a fraction of what you ingest. Factors including gut health, enzyme activity, and the form of the nutrient all affect bioavailability. For individuals with compromised digestive health — which is common in patients with chronic illness — absorption may be even further reduced.
IV therapy delivers nutrients directly into the circulation at 100% bioavailability, allowing the
body to immediately utilize what it needs at concentrations that produce measurable therapeutic
effects. For many conditions, this difference is clinically significant.
IV Therapies Offered at Sunridge Medical
High-Dose Vitamin C IV
One of our most frequently used IV protocols, high-dose intravenous vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is
administered at concentrations that are impossible to achieve through oral intake. At high
doses, vitamin C acts as a pro-oxidant selectively toxic to cancer cells while supporting healthy
cells. It also provides powerful immune support, promotes collagen synthesis, and has significant antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
Glutathione IV
Glutathione is the body’s master antioxidant and a critical component of cellular detoxification.
Many patients with chronic illness, cancer, neurological conditions, and heavy metal toxicity
have severely depleted glutathione levels. IV glutathione rapidly replenishes cellular stores,
supports liver detoxification, reduces oxidative stress, and has shown benefit in neurological conditions including Parkinson’s disease.
Myers' Cocktail and Nutrient Infusions
The Myers’ Cocktail — a combination of magnesium, calcium, B vitamins, and vitamin C — is
one of the most widely used IV nutrient protocols in integrative medicine. It is beneficial for
fatigue, fibromyalgia, migraines, asthma, depression, and a wide range of conditions associated
with nutritional depletion. We customize our nutrient infusion formulas to each patient’s specific
deficiencies and health goals.
Alpha Lipoic Acid IV
Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) is a powerful antioxidant that is both fat and water soluble, allowing it to
penetrate virtually every cell in the body. IV ALA has been studied extensively for its role in
cancer treatment, diabetic neuropathy, liver disease, and heavy metal detoxification.
Hydrogen Peroxide IV
Intravenous hydrogen peroxide therapy is an oxidative therapy used to increase tissue
oxygenation, stimulate the immune system, and create an environment hostile to pathogens and
cancer cells. It is one of several oxidative therapies used at Sunridge Medical as part of
comprehensive cancer and chronic disease protocols.
Chelation IV Therapy
Our heavy metal chelation IV protocols use agents such as EDTA and DMPS to bind and
eliminate toxic metals from the body. See our Heavy Metal Chelation page for complete
information on this specialized therapy.
IV Therapy for Cancer Patients
IV therapy is a cornerstone of our integrative oncology program at Sunridge Medical. We design
specific IV protocols to support patients undergoing conventional cancer treatments, to address
nutritional depletion caused by chemotherapy and radiation, to stimulate immune function, and
to directly target cancer cells using high-dose oxidative therapies.
Our IV cancer support protocols are designed to work alongside — not instead of conventional oncology care, and are always customized to the individual patient’s diagnosis,
treatment status, and overall health.
What to Expect During IV Therapy
IV therapy sessions at Sunridge Medical take place in our comfortable clinical infusion suite.
Depending on the protocol, sessions typically last between 30 minutes and three hours. Our
nursing staff monitors patients throughout the infusion to ensure comfort and safety. Most
patients find IV therapy sessions relaxing and report improvements in energy, clarity, and
overall wellbeing following treatment.
For answers or to make an appointment, call us toll-free at 1-800-923-7878 to speak with a Patient Care Team. Recover your vitality, reclaim your energy and rediscover your health.
