IV add-on Zinc
The immune mineral. Zinc helps your immune cells do their job.
Medically cleared by Mellisa Kerchief, NP, our Medical Director
Zinc also helps your skin heal. Most people get some from food, but not always enough. Add zinc to any IV drip. A registered nurse gives it at our Biltmore studio or at your door.
- Cold
- Flu season
- Travel
- A scratchy throat
- Slow healing skin
What is a zinc add-on?
A zinc add on is zinc mixed into your IV bag. It costs $32 at our studio and $35 on a mobile visit. It drips in with your fluids. No extra time. We do not offer zinc as a shot on its own. Want a shot? The Tri-Immune shot has zinc, vitamin C, and glutathione for $32. A registered nurse gives every drip.
What zinc does in your body
Zinc is a mineral. Your body cannot make it and cannot store much. It helps your immune cells grow and do their work. It helps cuts and scrapes heal. It helps your skin stay clear. It even helps you taste and smell.
You need a little zinc every day. Meat, shellfish, beans, and nuts have it. People who eat little meat can run low. So can people who sweat a lot. So can anyone under a lot of stress.
Cold and flu season. Planes, offices, and classrooms pass germs around. Many people add zinc to a drip at the first tickle in the throat. See our Cold and Flu IV and Myers Cocktail IV.
A note on taste. Some people notice a metal taste during the drip. That is the zinc. It fades soon after the bag is done.
Too much is not good. Zinc is one mineral where more is not better. Too much can upset your stomach and block other minerals. Our nurse practitioner sets the dose.
Signs you might want zinc
- You feel a cold coming on.
- Everyone at work or at home is sick.
- You fly a lot.
- Cuts and scrapes seem slow to heal.
- Your skin breaks out.
- You eat little meat or shellfish.
- You sweat a lot in the heat.
- You want more from an immune drip.
Add-on or shot?
| Zinc add-on in your IV | Tri-Immune shot | |
|---|---|---|
| What you get | Zinc in your drip | Zinc, vitamin C, and glutathione |
| Time | No extra time | About 5 minutes |
| Price | $32 studio, $35 mobile | $32 |
| Best when | You want fluids or a full drip too | You want a quick immune shot, no drip |
| Where | Studio or mobile | Studio, or added to a mobile visit |
Pairs well
Best drips to pair it with
For energy, mood and immunityMyers Cocktail IV
Our Immunity IV. Zinc is inside. Add more in cold season.$195 studio · $225 at your door
For sick daysCold and Flu IV
Built for the sick feeling. Zinc and vitamin C inside.$230 studio · $260 at your door
For immunity and a skin resetHigh-Dose Vitamin C IV
Zinc and vitamin C are a classic pair.$209 to $449 same price anywhere
For skin, hair and nailsBeauty Glow IV
Zinc for clear skin.$235 studio · $265 at your door
For heat, flights and long daysHydrate IV
Fluids plus zinc. Simple and low cost.$150 studio · $150 at your door
How it works
Your visit, start to finish
- Book online, call, or textPick your drip. Add zinc at checkout or tell your nurse.
- First visit?You do a short video call with a nurse practitioner. It takes about five minutes and is good for one year. Read about the Good Faith Exam.
- Your nurse arrivesThey check your blood pressure and pulse and ask about your health.
- The dripYour nurse adds zinc to your bag. It drips with the rest. Most drips take 45 to 60 minutes.
- DoneRest, drink water, and let your body do its work.
Safety first
Is it safe?
Yes, for most people, at the right dose. That is the key with zinc.
- A registered nurse gives every IV.
- Our nurse practitioner reviews every order and sets the dose.
- Sterile, single use supplies.
- We ask about your health and your medicines first.
- Tell us if you take zinc pills. Too much zinc is not good.
Who should skip it or ask first: anyone with a known allergy to zinc. People with kidney disease. Pregnant or nursing? Ask your provider first. Our nurse practitioner decides.
This is a wellness service. We do not treat the flu or any infection. High fever, trouble breathing, or feeling very sick? See a doctor.
Boosters & add-ons
Every other add-on
FAQ
Questions, answered
Still wondering? Text us or call (480) 674-8268.
How much does a zinc IV cost?
The add on is $32 at our Biltmore studio and $35 mobile. Add it to any drip. The Hydrate IV is $150 and makes a simple base. Members pay half on the add on.
Do you do IVs with zinc near me?
Yes. See the full service area.
Does zinc help with a cold?
Zinc helps your immune cells do their work. Many people add it at the first sign of a cold. It will not make a cold vanish. It supports your body while it fights.
Can I get zinc as a shot?
Not on its own. The Tri-Immune shot has zinc, vitamin C, and glutathione for $32. Get it at the studio or with a mobile visit.
Why does my mouth taste like metal?
That is the zinc. Some people notice it during the drip. It fades soon after.
Does zinc help skin?
Zinc helps skin heal and stay clear. It is in our Beauty Glow IV for that reason.
Can I get too much zinc?
Yes. Too much can upset your stomach and block other minerals. Our nurse practitioner sets the dose. Tell us about any zinc pills you take.
Can I add it to any IV?
Yes. It goes in every bag on our menu. The Myers already has zinc inside.
Should I get zinc and vitamin C together?
Many people do. They are a classic pair in cold season. The Myers and the Cold and Flu IV have both.
How often can I get it?
Some people add it to every drip in cold season. Our nurse practitioner sets a plan that fits you.
Does insurance cover it?
No. Most HSA and FSA cards work for eligible services. We take all major cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. See HSA and FSA details.
Back up your immune system.
Add zinc to your next drip. Same day is usually open.