IV Therapy & Peptides in Columbia, MD
Maximize Your Wellness with Expert-Led IV Drips
How IV Therapy and Peptides Work
When you take a vitamin or supplement by mouth, only a fraction of it actually reaches your bloodstream — much is lost to digestion. IV therapy delivers a customized blend of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and hydration directly into the bloodstream, where it can be used by your body immediately.
Peptides are short chains of amino acids that signal specific functions in the body — supporting recovery, tissue repair, immune function, sleep, and more. Different peptides do different things, which is why we offer a range of options matched to specific goals and tailored to each patient under medical supervision.
All IV therapy and peptide treatments at Family Health & Beauty are administered in-clinic by trained staff under physician oversight. That’s an important distinction in a space where many providers offer mobile IV services with minimal medical involvement — at FHB, you’re being treated inside a real medical practice.
Brief consultation
On your first visit, we’ll review your medical history, current medications, and what you’re hoping to get out of IV therapy. From there, we’ll recommend a drip or peptide protocol that aligns with your goals.
The IV drip
You’ll relax in our in-clinic IV area while the drip runs. Most IVs take 30 to 60 minutes; NAD+ takes longer. Bring a book, your phone, or just rest — the experience is designed to feel restorative, not clinical.
Peptide protocols
Peptide therapy typically involves a prescribed protocol with at-home self-administration after the initial visit and provider instruction. Dr. Patel will explain how to use them safely and what to expect from each peptide.
After your treatment
Most patients feel the effects within hours and resume normal activities right away. We’ll discuss how often to come back for IV drips based on your goals — some patients come monthly, others weekly.
Hydration
A simple, restorative drip to rehydrate and reset — useful for travel recovery, illness recovery, or anytime your body needs more than water alone can deliver.
Myers Cocktail
A classic blend of B vitamins, vitamin C, magnesium, and other nutrients supporting energy, immune function, and overall wellness.
NAD+
A cellular-level treatment that supports energy, mental clarity, and recovery. Increasingly popular for anti-aging, athletic performance, and cognitive support.
Glutathione / Beauty
A powerful antioxidant drip supporting skin radiance, detoxification, and overall cellular health. Popular for patients focused on aesthetic and longevity outcomes.
Immune Boost
A high-dose vitamin C, zinc, and B-vitamin blend designed to support the immune system before travel, during cold and flu season, or when you feel something coming on.
Hangover / Recovery
Rapid rehydration with anti-nausea and vitamin support — designed to help you bounce back fast after a hard night or a tough workout.
Athletic Performance
A targeted blend supporting endurance, muscle recovery, and post-workout repair. Useful for athletes, weekend warriors, and anyone training hard.
Peptide Therapy
Peptide therapy uses precise amino-acid chains to support specific functions — recovery, tissue repair, performance, and more. All peptide protocols at FHB are prescribed and monitored by Dr. Patel.
BPC-157
Studied for its potential to support tissue repair, gut health, and recovery from injury. Often used by athletes and patients recovering from soft-tissue injuries.
TB-500
Studied for its role in cell migration, tissue repair, and recovery from chronic injuries — frequently paired with BPC-157 in recovery protocols.
GHK-Cu
A copper peptide associated with skin repair, collagen production, and anti-aging effects. Often used in aesthetic and longevity protocols.
Sermorelin
Supports the body’s natural production of growth hormone. Used in protocols focused on recovery, sleep quality, and age-related decline.
Frequent patients often benefit from our IV therapy membership, which makes regular drips more accessible and cost-effective. Membership details are reviewed during your consultation — we’ll help you decide if it’s the right fit based on how often you plan to come in.
Physician supervision on every protocol
Every drip and every peptide is administered under the supervision of Dr. Alkesh Patel, a board-certified physician. That’s not standard across the IV therapy industry — and it should be.
In-clinic, not mobile
We administer all IV and peptide treatments inside our clinic. You’re being treated in a medical setting with the equipment, staff, and oversight that go with it — not in a hotel room or office break room.
A real medical record
Your IV and peptide treatments are documented within a full medical practice. If something needs medical attention, you’re already inside a physician’s office.
Customizable to your goals
Whether you’re focused on recovery, performance, beauty, longevity, or just feeling better day-to-day, we’ll match the right protocol to where you actually want results.