By Venturis Clinic, Oklahoma City · Updated October 2026
A Myers’ cocktail is an IV infusion of magnesium, calcium, B vitamins and vitamin C, diluted in sterile fluid and given slowly into a vein over about 30 to 45 minutes. At Venturis Clinic in Oklahoma City, every Myers’ cocktail is performed by licensed medical staff under our medical director, after a Good Faith Exam that checks the IV is safe for you.
This page covers what is in a Myers’ cocktail, why people ask for it, what the research does and does not show, who should not have one, and what a visit looks like. To compare it with our other drips, see the full IV therapy menu in Oklahoma City.
What is in a Myers’ cocktail?
The blend is named after a Baltimore physician, John Myers, who gave vitamin and mineral injections to patients for decades. Recipes vary from clinic to clinic, but the core ingredients are the same:
- Magnesium, a mineral involved in muscle and nerve function. Magnesium is the ingredient most people feel during the drip, often as a warm, flushed sensation.
- Calcium, which works alongside magnesium in muscle and nerve signaling.
- B vitamins, usually a B-complex and often vitamin B12, which the body uses in energy metabolism.
- Vitamin C, an antioxidant vitamin, at a modest dose compared with a high-dose vitamin C infusion.
- Sterile fluid to dilute the nutrients so they can run in slowly and comfortably.
Your exact formula is set after your Good Faith Exam. Some people need a lower magnesium dose or a slower rate; others add hydration volume.
How IV nutrients differ from pills
Nutrients taken by mouth have to pass through the gut, and the body limits how much it absorbs at once. An IV delivers nutrients straight into the bloodstream, so blood levels rise higher and faster than they can with tablets. That is the reasoning behind the Myers’ cocktail. Higher blood levels for a few hours do not automatically mean a lasting benefit, and the body clears much of what it does not need.
Why people ask for a Myers’ cocktail
People come to us asking about a Myers’ cocktail when they are run down, recovering from a demanding stretch, dealing with ongoing fatigue, or simply want a general vitamin and mineral IV. Some are working through a longer-term health problem, such as long COVID, and want to understand where IV nutrients might fit alongside their other care.
We are honest about the evidence. The most-cited controlled trial of the Myers’ cocktail found that people improved, but so did the placebo group, and the difference was not statistically significant. Many people report feeling better after a drip, and some of that comes from hydration and simply resting for an hour. We do not promise a specific result, and we do not present the Myers’ cocktail as a treatment for any disease.
Who should not have a Myers’ cocktail, or needs extra screening
- Kidney disease, because the kidneys clear magnesium and other minerals.
- Heart failure or other conditions where extra fluid is a concern.
- Certain heart rhythm problems or very low blood pressure, because magnesium can lower blood pressure and affect heart rhythm.
- A history of kidney stones, which may change the vitamin C dose.
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding, which we discuss case by case.
- Allergies or past reactions to any of the ingredients.
- Medications that interact with minerals or vitamins, which we review in your exam.
What a Myers’ cocktail visit looks like
- Good Faith Exam. Before your first infusion, our licensed medical staff review your history, medications and any recent labs, and confirm an IV is appropriate.
- Check-in and vitals. Blood pressure, pulse and how you feel today.
- IV placement. A small catheter goes into a vein, usually in the arm or hand.
- The drip. About 30 to 45 minutes in a recliner. Magnesium is run slowly to keep it comfortable.
- Finish and recheck. The line comes out and we recheck your vitals. Most people go straight back to their day.
Prefer to have your IV at home or work? Ask about mobile IV. A Good Faith Exam is still required first.
Safety and side effects
Where the formula comes from. Our IV formulas are prepared by an FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility under current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) standards and tested for sterility and potency before release. Each infusion is ordered after your Good Faith Examination and given by our nurses. Compounded IV formulas are not FDA-approved to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. See our full IV menu.
A Myers’ cocktail is generally well tolerated when it is screened and given slowly. Common effects include warmth or flushing, a metallic taste, mild lightheadedness and a sore spot where the IV was placed. Less common risks include bruising, irritation of the vein, a drop in blood pressure, infection at the IV site and allergic reaction. Tell staff right away if you feel unwell during the drip; slowing the rate usually helps.
Cost of a Myers’ cocktail in Oklahoma City
IV therapy at Venturis Clinic is direct-pay and not billed to insurance. Cost is discussed at consult, and you get an exact price before your first infusion.
Myers’ cocktail FAQ
How long does a Myers’ cocktail take?
About 30 to 45 minutes of drip time, plus check-in. Plan on roughly an hour in the clinic.
How often can I get a Myers’ cocktail?
It depends on your health, labs and goals. We set a schedule with you after the Good Faith Exam rather than recommending a fixed number.
What does a Myers’ cocktail feel like?
Most people feel a warm flush, especially as the magnesium runs, and some notice a metallic taste. Both usually fade quickly.
Is a Myers’ cocktail the same as NAD+?
No. NAD+ is a different molecule and a longer, slower infusion. See NAD+ IV therapy in Oklahoma City to compare.
Do I need an exam before my first IV?
Yes. Every IV patient has a Good Faith Exam with licensed medical staff before the first infusion, including mobile IV.
Venturis Clinic is at 7917 N. May Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73120. We see patients from Oklahoma City and surrounding areas, including Edmond, Norman and Tulsa.
Not sure which IV fits you?
Talk with our team for 15 minutes, at no cost. We will help you decide whether a Myers’ cocktail, another drip or no IV at all makes sense.
IV nutrient therapy is not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for any medical condition. No specific result is promised, and individual results vary. A Good Faith Exam by licensed medical staff is required before any infusion. This page is educational and is not medical advice.