IV Drip Price UK – What Should You Really Pay? | MDC London

IV Drip Price UK — What Should You Really Pay?

Tharb Faisl
Tharb Faisl
Founder, Marylebone Diagnostic Centre

IV drip prices in the UK range from £75 to over £500 for a single session. That's a wide gap — and it isn't random. The difference usually comes down to who's administering the drip, what's actually in the bag, and whether anyone checked if it was safe for you before putting a needle in your arm.

This guide explains what drives those numbers, what fair pricing looks like in London, and exactly what's included in every treatment at MDC. No upselling — just a straight answer.

IV drip prices in the UK — at a glance

Here's where the UK market sits in 2026. These are averages — individual clinic prices vary based on the factors covered below.

Basic Hydration (Saline)Fluid only, no vitamins
£75 – £150
Vitamin InfusionB-complex, Vitamin C, minerals
£100 – £300
Glutathione IVDose-dependent — ask what mg
£110 – £300
NAD+ TherapyRuns 2–4 hours, most advanced
£250 – £900+

Prices vary significantly by clinic type, location, and what's included. See below.

What actually affects the price

When you see a £75 drip and a £275 drip side by side, it's tempting to assume the cheap one is a bargain. Sometimes it is. Here's what the price is actually made up of.

1. Medical oversight

This is the biggest cost driver. A qualified nurse or doctor costs more than a wellness practitioner, and that cost should be reflected in the price. If it isn't, it's worth asking who's actually running the drip.

2. Ingredient quality and dose

Glutathione, for example, ranges from 600mg to 3000mg per session. Lower prices often mean lower doses — or lower-grade formulations. Always ask what mg you're actually getting.

3. Pre-treatment screening

A proper assessment — a health questionnaire, blood pressure check, and contraindication review — takes time. Clinics that skip it can charge less. That's the trade-off you're making.

4. Location

A clinic near Baker Street costs more to run than one in a suburban unit, so central London pricing tends to be higher. The upside is you're also closer to proper emergency support if anything goes wrong.

Watch for hidden fees. Some clinics advertise low base prices, then charge separately for cannulation, consultation, vitamin add-ons, or weekend slots. Always ask for the all-in price before you book.

MDC treatment prices — complete list

Every price below includes clinical pre-screening, qualified administration, and all consumables. No add-ons at the counter, no surprises.

TreatmentCategoryFrom
Saline IV (250ml)Hydration£90
Saline IV (500ml)Hydration£110
Saline IV (1000ml)Hydration£200
Vitamin B1 IVEnergy£120
Magnesium Sulphate IVEnergy£120
Glutathione IVDetox / Skin£120
Zinc IVImmunity£120
Calcium IVRecovery£120
Vitamin C TherapyImmunity£130
B-Complex IVEnergy£130
Multi-Vitamin IVWellness£150
Tharb's Ultra MixPopularSignature£180
Hydration IV DripHydration£210
Athletic Performance IVEnergy£210
MDC Wellness CocktailImmunity£210
Skin Glow & Anti-AgeingSkin£220
Energy Boost IVEnergy£220
Immunity Boost IVPopularImmunity£250
Male Fertility Support IVFertility£299
Liver Cleanse IVDetox£299
Antioxidant Plus IVDetox / Skin£299
NAD+ TherapyAdvancedEnergy / Anti-ageing£270 – £950
All prices include clinical screening and qualified administration. Multi-session packages available — ask when booking.

Not sure which treatment to start with? A blood test first tells us exactly what you're deficient in. That way your drip is based on what your body actually needs — not a generic formula. Testing is available on-site at Baker Street. Browse all IV treatments →

Clinical clinic vs drip bar

London has two types of IV providers. They can look similar from the outside. They are not the same thing.

What to check Clinical clinic (MDC) Drip bar / wellness studio
CQC registeredYesRarely
Qualified nurse or doctorAlwaysSometimes
Health screening firstEvery sessionOften skipped
Blood pressure checkYesVariable
Ingredient doses disclosedYesSometimes
Blood testing on-siteOn-siteNo
Typical price range£90 – £950£75 – £400

A lower price isn't necessarily wrong. The question is always what was cut to get there.

Red flags when shopping on price

Not every cheap drip is dangerous. But some are. These are the things worth checking before you book.

  • No health questionnaire or pre-treatment assessment
  • No blood pressure check before the session starts
  • Unable to tell you the mg dose of each ingredient
  • No qualified nurse or doctor present throughout
  • No clear emergency protocol in place
  • CQC registration not verifiable on cqc.org.uk
  • Consultation charged separately at the counter
How to verify a clinic's CQC registration: Go to cqc.org.uk and search the clinic name. You'll see their registration status and most recent inspection report. MDC's certificate number is CRT1-20711334119.

Can you get IV therapy on the NHS?

No — not for wellness, energy, immunity, or anti-ageing. The NHS provides IV therapy only for medical necessity: severe dehydration, chemotherapy, post-surgical care, and documented clinical deficiencies at serious levels.

If you're searching "IV vitamin therapy NHS" or "can I get an IV drip at my GP" — the answer for optimisation drips is no. These are private services.

That said, your GP can refer you for blood tests, which is worth doing first if you're experiencing persistent fatigue or deficiency symptoms. The results then tell you exactly which private treatment makes sense for your situation — and ours can handle that testing on-site.

The honest verdict

Fair pricing for IV therapy in central London sits between £120 and £300 for most standard treatments. Below that, ask what was cut. Above £400, you're often paying for branding as much as clinical quality.

The number matters less than what it includes. Clinical screening, qualified staff, transparent dosing, and CQC registration shouldn't be optional extras — they should be the baseline every time.

If you're unsure which treatment is right for you, a blood test first is the most sensible move. We offer same-day testing at Baker Street with results in 24–42 hours. That turns IV therapy into a targeted decision, not a guess.

  • Treatments from £90 — no hidden fees
  • CQC registered — Certificate CRT1-20711334119
  • Every session administered by a qualified nurse or doctor
  • Blood testing available on-site before your first session
  • Same-day appointments, Monday to Saturday 8am–4pm
Address: 73 Baker Street, London W1U 6RH · Nearest tube: Baker Street, 5 min walk
Phone: 020 7724 0540 · Hours: Mon–Sat, 8:00am – 4:00pm

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