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MOHW-designated Advanced Regenerative Medicine Institution · 2026
Longevity IV Therapy in Gangnam Seoul, Korea
Longevity medicine is about staying healthy for longer, not about one infusion. This page looks at where NAD+ and antioxidant drips may fit in a wider plan, how you can measure whether anything changes, and what science still does not know.
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- 2007 In Gangnam since
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In brief
Longevity IV Therapy, at a glance
Gangnam Celliting Clinic · 121 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul · Gangnam Station Exit 12 (4-min walk)
Longevity IV therapy uses drips such as NAD+ or antioxidants like glutathione and vitamin C as one small part of a healthy-ageing plan. Research on these molecules is promising in the lab, but human evidence that drips extend healthy lifespan is limited. At Gangnam Celliting Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, doctors combine them with health checks and lifestyle advice, and track how you respond.
- Main options NAD+ IV, antioxidant drips
- Role One part of a wider plan
- Tracking Health checks and how you feel
- Session time Set at consultation
The bigger picture
Where do IV drips fit in a longevity plan?
IV drips sit near the top of a longevity plan, as an optional extra on a broad base of proven habits. The base does most of the work; drips are a possible add-on for suitable patients.
| Layer | Examples | Strength of evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation | Sleep, exercise, diet, not smoking | Strong |
| Prevention | Health checks, screening, managing blood pressure | Strong |
| Targeted support | Supplements where a deficiency is found | Good when a need is shown |
| Optional extras | NAD+ or antioxidant IV drips | Early and still developing |
For a broader view of how the clinic approaches healthy ageing, see the Korea longevity clinic page.
The ingredients
What do NAD+ and antioxidant drips aim to do?
NAD+
A molecule every cell uses to make energy and repair DNA. Levels tend to fall with age in studies, which is why the clinic offers an NAD+ IV with cellular energy and repair as its focus. Read more on the NAD+ therapy page.
Glutathione
The body's main internal antioxidant, which helps neutralise reactive molecules produced by normal metabolism and stress.
Vitamin C
A water-soluble antioxidant also needed to build collagen. High blood levels are easier to reach by drip than by mouth.
NAD+ drips are usually given slowly, because some people feel flushing, chest pressure or nausea if the infusion runs too fast. The doctor sets the rate and length for you.
Measuring progress
How can you tell whether a longevity drip is doing anything?
You measure progress by tracking the same markers before and after a period of care, rather than relying on how you feel after a single session.
- Baseline Start with a preventive health screening or blood tests so there is something to compare against.
- Simple daily markers Note sleep quality, energy, exercise capacity and recovery in a diary or a wearable.
- Repeat and compare Re-test after an agreed period and review changes with the doctor, together with lifestyle changes you made.
- Decide honestly If nothing measurable has changed, it is reasonable to stop the drips and focus elsewhere.
Evidence humility
What does the science say — and not say — about longevity drips?
The honest summary is that the biology is interesting but the human proof is thin. Laboratory and animal studies on NAD+ have attracted a lot of attention, and small human studies are ongoing, yet there is no reliable evidence that any IV drip slows ageing or extends lifespan in people.
Be cautious of any clinic, anywhere, that promises to reverse your biological age with a drip.
What can be said is that drips may help some people feel more energetic for a time, and that they are generally low risk when prescribed and monitored by a doctor. That is a reasonable, modest role.
Is it right for you?
Does a longevity drip make sense for you?
Often a good fit
- You already have a solid base of sleep, exercise and diet
- You want to try NAD+ or antioxidant drips with realistic expectations
- You are happy to track markers and review progress
- You are combining drips with health checks in Korea
Talk to your doctor first
- Active cancer or a history of cancer
- Heart, kidney or liver disease
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Supplements you already take for longevity
Suitability is a medical decision made by your doctor after an in-person consultation and review of your health history.
Step by step
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Your longevity IV plan, step by step
Goals and expectations
Discuss what you hope for and what the evidence can and cannot support.
Choose the drip
The doctor selects NAD+, an antioxidant drip or neither, and explains rate and length.
Monitored infusion
Staff watch for flushing or discomfort and adjust the flow if needed.
Review over time
Compare markers after an agreed period and decide together whether to continue.
Why Celliting
Why patients choose Gangnam Celliting Clinic
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Pain-managed care
Monitored sleep sedation, AirNox analgesia, the X-injector or local anesthesia, matched to the procedure.
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Government-designated
Named an Advanced Regenerative Medicine Institution by the Ministry of Health and Welfare in June 2026.
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Care after you fly home
Written aftercare in your language, a 24-hour line and a free 3-month follow-up.
For international patients
Fitting longevity care into visits to Korea
Longevity plans work best over months, so many overseas patients link drips to yearly or twice-yearly trips that include a health check. Bring previous results from home so trends can be compared. The clinic was designated an Advanced Regenerative Medicine Institution by Korea's Ministry of Health and Welfare on June 15, 2026, and its doctors can also explain regenerative options such as the stem cell IV wellness program if you are interested.
- Message us first Send photos and travel dates on WhatsApp before you fly.
- Doctor-reviewed plan Get a suggested plan in advance, confirmed in person.
- Your language English, 中文, 日本語 and Tiếng Việt support.
- Follow-up at home Free 3-month follow-up and a 24-hour line.
FAQ
Longevity IV Therapy: your questions, answered
Reviewed by Dr. Ho-chan Kim, MD, PhD · Updated October 2026
Can a longevity IV slow down ageing?
There is no reliable evidence that any IV drip slows ageing in people. NAD+ and antioxidants play real roles in cell biology, and some people feel more energetic after drips, but claims of reversing age go beyond the science. Treat drips as optional support, not as an anti-ageing treatment in themselves.
How is NAD+ different from a vitamin drip?
NAD+ is a coenzyme cells use for energy and repair, while a vitamin drip supplies vitamins your body uses in many processes. They are different formulations with different aims and are usually infused at different speeds. The doctor will explain which one suits your goals.
How often do people have longevity drips?
There is no proven ideal schedule. Some patients have a short series and then review; others have occasional drips linked to visits. The doctor will suggest a frequency based on your health, response and goals, and revisit it over time.
Are there side effects with NAD+ drips?
Some people feel flushing, chest tightness, cramps or nausea during the infusion, especially if it runs fast, and these usually ease when the rate is slowed. The usual drip-site effects, such as a small bruise, can also occur. Tell staff straight away if you feel unwell.
Do I need tests before starting a longevity plan?
It is strongly recommended. Baseline tests show where your health stands, can reveal issues that need attention first, and give you something to measure progress against.
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Medical information on this page is provided by Gangnam Celliting Clinic and reviewed by our medical directors. It is not a substitute for an in-person medical consultation. Individual results vary, and all procedures carry potential risks and side effects that your doctor will explain before treatment.
