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If you're the type who likes to trawl TikTok for life hacks and miracle cures, you've probably heard about the latest, greatest hangover treatment: IV therapy. No longer reserved for hospital patients, this health service is now available at clinics, spas, music festivals, and even mobile hydration vans.
An IV — short for an "intravenous line" — is basically a tube that is inserted into one of your veins with a needle. That tube is then hooked up to a bag of restorative fluids, often reinforced with different vitamins and minerals, depending on your health needs.
In regard to treating hangovers, the idea is simple. When you wake up after a great party with a banging headache and a new sensitivity to light, it can take hours or even days to recover on your own. Proponents of IV therapy claim that it can kill your hangover faster, providing a shortcut back to feeling your best.
But with a potential price tag of $175 to $249 per treatment, trying this remedy isn't a decision that everyone can take lightly. So, we're tackling the question: is IV therapy really a safe and worthwhile way to handle a hangover?
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