Energy & wellness. Peptides, NAD+, IV therapy.
Peptide protocols where legally available, IV hydration, membership framing. We screen.
A physician-supervised program built around three components: peptide protocols where they're legally and clinically appropriate, NAD+ and other targeted IV therapy, and IV hydration for specific indications. We screen patients before prescribing anything — this is a clinic, not a wellness storefront — and we say no when a treatment isn't right.
What makes this physician-directed.
The wellness category has expanded faster than its regulation. Drip bars, peptide retailers, and direct-to-consumer programs operate with minimal screening and uneven physician involvement. Some of what they offer is reasonable. Some isn't.
Our model is different by design. Every patient sees a physician for intake. Labs are drawn when indicated, not by default. Protocols are individualized. We turn patients away when what they're asking for isn't appropriate — and we say so plainly when oral alternatives, lifestyle changes, or no intervention is the right answer.
If you've worked with a clinic that prescribes everything everyone asks for, this won't be the same experience. That's the point.
The categories we work in.
Peptide and IV therapy are unsettled regulatory landscapes — what's available, where, and from whom shifts as FDA guidance evolves. We work within current legal frameworks and update protocols when guidance changes.
| Peptide protocolsWhere legally and clinically appropriate | Selected peptides for specific indications including tissue support, sleep, and recovery. The FDA's compounding rules around peptides have shifted in recent years; we work only with agents that remain available through legitimate compounding channels and where the clinical evidence supports use. |
|---|---|
| NAD+ therapyIV · IM · subcutaneous | For patients pursuing cellular support and mitochondrial function. Full protocol on the NAD+ sub-page, including the candid case for and against. |
| Targeted IV therapyVitamin C · glutathione · myers-style | Specific micronutrient combinations for documented indications — recovery from acute illness, certain dermatologic concerns, athletic recovery in specific contexts. Not generic 'feel better' drips. |
| IV hydrationSaline + electrolytes | For documented dehydration, pre/post-event recovery, or post-illness rehydration. We're candid that hydration is rarely the limiting factor in healthy adults and usually addressed faster by drinking water. |
| Vitamin B12 + targeted IMPer indication | Detailed on the vitamin-injections pages. We're stricter about indication than many in the category. |
Consultation, then a plan.
First visit is a 45-minute consultation with a physician — medical history, current medications, symptoms or goals, baseline labs when indicated. We don't issue protocols on a first visit unless the case is clear and the candidate has been thoroughly screened.
Follow-up cadence depends on the protocol. Some patients see us monthly during an active phase, then quarterly for maintenance. Others come in for a single intervention and don't need ongoing care.
Membership is offered for patients on continuous programs — it's a way to set predictable cadence and pricing rather than a marketing tier. Discussed when continuous care is appropriate.
Plainly"We screen. We say no. We don't run a wellness storefront — what's offered here is bounded by what we'd accept for our own care."
Where the program stops.
We don't prescribe peptides outside available legal compounding frameworks. The regulatory landscape has tightened over the past several years; agents that were freely available are no longer, and we follow that guidance rather than working around it.
We don't run high-dose hormonal optimization protocols absent clinical indication and appropriate co-management. Testosterone, growth hormone, and adjacent therapies have a legitimate clinical use in genuinely deficient patients — they aren't a wellness program.
We don't infuse cocktails of eight ingredients with no specific rationale. If we administer a multi-ingredient drip, every component is there because the indication called for it.
We don't sell programs longer than the clinical need supports. If a patient should be tapered off something, we taper.
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding — most components are restricted or require obstetric coordination.
- Significant renal or hepatic impairment — IV load and metabolite handling are altered.
- Active cancer — peptide and IV protocols can interact with oncologic therapy; we coordinate with the treating team.
- Active eating disorder — energy and wellness programs are not the intervention.
- Cardiac arrhythmias — certain electrolyte and stimulant components are contraindicated.
How much does energy and wellness IV therapy cost in Los Angeles?
Energy and wellness IV therapy in Los Angeles typically ranges from $150 to $750 per session. Basic hydration and Myers cocktail-style IVs run $150 to $300. NAD+ IV protocols climb higher, $400 to $750 depending on dose. Single vitamin injections (B12, NAD+, glutathione) start at $15 and reach $125. Programs that bundle visits and supplements typically run $300 to $800 per month for active phases.
What moves wellness program pricing.
Substance and dose set the floor. A simple hydration IV with electrolytes and a B vitamin uses inexpensive materials. A high-dose NAD+ infusion uses materials that cost an order of magnitude more, with shorter shelf lives and more demanding preparation. The per-session spread across the menu reflects materials cost first and chair time second.
Clinical oversight is the largest single price lever. Programs with physician supervision, formal intake, lab work when indicated, and individualized protocols price meaningfully above IV bar storefronts. The premium for a clinic with screening protocols is real and reflects the safety work being done — not all wellness clinics screen for the contraindications that matter.
Program structure changes the math significantly. Membership programs that bundle a fixed number of sessions per month at a discounted per-session rate are common in LA. For consistent users on active protocols, memberships save twenty to thirty percent. For one-time or sporadic visits, à la carte pricing is the better fit.
Specialty protocols — peptide therapy, hormone optimization in screened candidates, advanced longevity protocols — sit at the top of the wellness market. Pricing varies widely by indication and product. We don't run these as a wellness storefront; they happen when they happen, in screened patients, with documented rationale.
Typical Los Angeles wellness and IV ranges.
Per-session pricing for IV and injection-based wellness protocols across LA. Programs that include physician oversight and labs price above IV-bar storefronts.
| Variant | What's included | Typical LA range |
|---|---|---|
| Basic hydration IV | Saline plus electrolytes, with or without single B-vitamin add. | $150 – $250 per session |
| Myers cocktail-style IV | Mixed B-complex, vitamin C, magnesium, and supportive ingredients. | $200 – $400 per session |
| NAD+ IV (low dose) | NAD+ 100 – 250 mg infusion with monitoring. | $400 – $600 per session |
| NAD+ IV (full dose) | NAD+ 500 mg or higher infusion across longer chair time. | $600 – $750 per session |
| Single B12 / NAD+ injection | Quick IM/SC injection without IV setup. | $15 – $125 per shot |
| Monthly membership (active phase) | Bundled visits and injections at discounted per-session rate. | $300 – $800 per month |
Energy IV vs vitamin injections vs oral supplementation.
Oral supplementation is the lowest-cost alternative — quality oral B-complex, NAD+ precursors, vitamin C, and electrolyte mixes typically run $30 to $150 per month combined. For patients without absorption issues and without specific clinical indications, oral routes deliver most of the same benefit at a fraction of the cost. The case for IV is bypass of the digestive system, faster onset, and higher acute plasma levels.
Vitamin injections sit between oral and IV. Per-shot pricing ($15 to $125) is below per-session IV ($150 to $750), and the targeted single-ingredient approach allows precise dosing without the broader infusion. For patients addressing a specific deficiency or wanting one specific compound at higher doses than oral provides, injection is often the right tool.
IV therapy is the dose-up tool. For acute hydration after illness or travel, IV genuinely outperforms oral. For chronic supplementation, IV is rarely necessary and frequently overspent. Patients chasing 'IV every week' for general wellness are typically paying for chair time and ambience as much as for clinical effect; we'll say so.
GLP-1 weight loss programs ($300 to $1,200 per month) and wellness programs sometimes overlap. We coordinate when patients on GLP-1 develop nutritional gaps that benefit from injection support during rapid weight reduction. The combination is more affordable than treating each in isolation when both are clinically indicated.
How we price wellness programs.
Pricing at Swissa Med Spa is determined at consultation, after screening and a clinical discussion of goals. We won't push a longer program than the clinical need supports, and we won't recommend an IV when an oral approach is the better answer. The plan is shared in writing before any infusion or injection.
Supervised by Dr. Charles Peterson, board-certified physician with nearly a decade in aesthetic medicine.
Where energy & wellness. peptides, nad+, iv therapy is performed.
Our Beverly Hills satellite operates Wednesdays by appointment and performs injectables only. Lasers, regenerative protocols, medical weight loss and wellness are at our Calabasas studio.
Questions we get.
Is this like the IV bars in town?
No. IV bars typically operate with limited physician oversight and standardized menus. We screen every patient, individualize protocols, and decline patients who aren't appropriate candidates. The visit is longer and the indication-setting is more conservative.
Is the membership worth it?
Only if you're on a continuous program. Membership smooths cadence and cost for patients receiving regular care; it's not a value-add for one-off treatments. We won't suggest it unless your protocol supports it.
Can you treat fatigue and low energy?
Sometimes — when the cause is something we can address (deficiency, sleep, recovery, certain hormonal contributions). Sometimes not — when the cause is depression, untreated sleep apnea, or another condition that needs a different intervention. The screening visit is how we tell the difference.
Is NAD+ IV worth the cost?
Depends on goals and tolerability. NAD+ IV is investigational for energy and longevity at $400 to $750 per session. Some patients report meaningful subjective benefit; published evidence is preliminary. We administer it for patients who understand that framing — not as a guaranteed return on the spend.
Do I need a doctor's note from my regular physician?
Not always, but coordination helps. If you're managing a chronic condition with a primary physician, we want to understand the picture before we add anything.
What peptides are available?
The list changes as FDA guidance and compounding-pharmacy availability evolve. Specifics are discussed at consultation, and we work only within current legal frameworks.
How much does an IV drip cost in Los Angeles?
Basic hydration IVs in LA run $150 to $250 per session. Myers cocktail-style mixed IVs run $200 to $400. NAD+ infusions run $400 to $750 depending on dose. Programs with physician supervision and lab oversight price above IV-bar storefronts for the screening work being done.
Are membership programs less expensive than à la carte?
For consistent users on active protocols, yes — typically twenty to thirty percent below per-session pricing. For sporadic visits or first-time treatments, à la carte is the right entry point. We won't recommend a membership when the cadence doesn't justify it.
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