FAQs

VITAMIN INFUSIONS:

Am I a candidate for IV Vitamin infusions?

• Most everyone is a candidate for vitamin infusions
• Patients with kidney and active liver disease are not candidates.
• If you have Congestive Heart Failure- extra fluid may worsen the condition.
• Patients with milk allergies, lactose intolerance, or sulfa allergies should avoid the Glutathione boost. · Active recreational drug use must be avoided for 48 hours. Exception LF Recovery infusion can be infused 8 hours after alcohol consumption to help with hangover symptoms.

Before my infusion?

• Make an appointment.
• Medical and Mental History will be reviewed.
• Lab work may be required to check a basic metabolic panel or BUN if there is any history of kidney issues.  G6PD ordered for high dose Vitamin C.
• Blood pressure will be taken.
• Sign Consent.

What happens during my Vitamin Infusion?

• Sit in a comfortable chair.
• A small IV will be started in your hand or arm.
• With vitamin infusions, relax and listen to music or use your phone.
• It will be over in about 30 min.

After a Vitamin infusion, now what?

• Drive home and go about your day. You will feel great!
• Drink lots of water.
• Avoid alcohol for a while to allow your liver to recover from the toxin load after a detox infusion.
• Common early side effects as toxins release: Headache, general unwell feeling, diarrhea or constipation, sinus congestion, flu-like symptoms, or body aches.
• Other possible side effects: Bruising at the site of injection, rash, dizziness, flushing, chills, stomach pain, or chest heaviness. Infection would be a very rare side effect.
• Loose bowel movements? Do not take antidiarrheal medication as the body is trying to dispose of the toxins.
• Constipation? Take oral Vitamin C and Magnesium or increase fiber.
• Take a magnesium salt bath. Magnesium can help draw out more toxins from your skin speeding up the process of toxin extraction.
• Intermittent Fasting can be a good idea. It gives your digestive system a break.
• Bone broth day. The fat and protein will keep you satiated while you detox.
• Juice fast. It is important to include a lot of vegetables as all fruit can make you feel worse. Add coconut oil to slow down the absorption of glucose.
• Keep LifeFusion professionals
  informed. Ultimately, the symptoms are temporary, and you will have healthier cells.
• Remember, LifeFusion Vitamin and medication infusions are not a cure. They are designed to give you a cleanse, a reset, and nutritional support. They are just one tool to help obtain overall optimum health.

KETMAMINE INFUSIONS:
Am I a candidate for Ketamine infusion therapy (KIT)?

• Ketamine therapy is not a first line therapy. It is reserved for patients with refractory conditions not responsive to first-line treatments.
• If you feel like you have tried everything, and nothing has helped: this may make the difference you need.
• If you have been suffering and nothing else has helped.

Before my ketamine infusion?

• Make an appointment
• Stop Lamictal and benzodiazepines (Ativan, Klonopin, Xanax, Valium) 6 hours before and preferably 6 hours after for best results.
• Keep taking all your usual medications as scheduled. -Stop eating 2 hours before and drink clear fluids up to 1 hour before treatment.
• Medical and Mental health history will be reviewed -Brief evaluation and vital signs will be taken
• For mental health disorders, fill out PHQ-9 Depression questionnaire (Save time download and bring it in filled out)
• Sign Consent

During my infusion?

• You will sit and recline in a comfortable chair.
• A small iv will be started in your hand or arm.
• The lights will be turned off.
• Noise cancelling headphones will be available. You can listen to music.
• You cannot use your phone.
• You will enter a very a relaxed state. You may see some brilliant colors.
• It will last about 40 min.
• If you feel like we need to adjust the fusion at any time we can make those adjustments.

Post-infusion, now what?

• You will need a ride home. You cannot drive for 12 hours.
• You may feel slightly sleepy or dizzy immediately after your infusion.
• Stay hydrated.
• Go home and rest for a few hours at a minimum.
• Eat a good healthy diet preferably rich in green vegetables and fruits.
• Avoid candy, soda, caffeine, alcohol, and recreational drugs the day of infusion.
• Continue all medications for both medical and mental health.
• Usually 4 infusions for peak benefit, then maintenance infusions when you feel you need a tune up.