High-Dose Vitamin C (IV) — Immune & Infection Support
ND-led IV Vitamin C may be considered within an integrative plan in contexts involving parasites, viruses, bacteria, mold, or fungal exposures. This service is adjunctive and does not replace medical diagnosis or anti-infective treatment from your primary care team. See the full reference list.
*Dosing is individualized after screening and labs.
High-Dose Intravenous Vitamin C has been shown to help:
Results vary by individual. Discuss your goals with your Naturopathic Doctor.
Why consider High-Dose Vitamin C?
IV administration achieves transient plasma levels not obtainable orally. Within an integrative framework, NDs may use IVC to support comfort, redox balance, and wellness goals alongside your primary care plan.
- 💧High plasma exposure (IV route)
- 🧪ND-guided screening & dosing
- 🤝Adjunct to conventional care
- 🧘Comfort-focused visit flow
Contexts we’re asked about
- Parasitic concerns
- Viral illnesses & recovery support
- Bacterial issues
- Candida or Yeast Issues
- Mold exposure & environmental sensitivities
- Fungal overgrowth concerns
IVC is adjunctive and not a substitute for medical evaluation, testing, or prescribed antimicrobials/antivirals/antifungals.
How often?
Frequency is individualized based on history, goals, labs, and response. Your ND will outline a plan after consultation and screening.
Dosing & time
Typical range is 25,000–100,000 mg of Vitamin C. Infusions generally run 1–4 hours depending on dose and tolerance.
Required Blood Work (within 6 weeks)
Recent labs (within the last 6 weeks) are required before high-dose Vitamin C. You may ask your MD to requisition these. If not possible, our clinic can requisition them at a patient-paid cost.
- G6PD (mandatory for high-dose Vitamin C)
- CBC
- eGFR / Kidney function
- Liver panel (AST, ALT, ALP, GGT, LD)
- Electrolytes: Sodium, Potassium, Chloride
- Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc
- Iron studies: Ferritin, Iron Panel
- Lipids
- Vitamin B12, Vitamin D
- Homocysteine
- Amylase, Lipase
- hs-CRP, Creatine Kinase
- Thyroid: TSH, Free T3, Free T4
Your ND will review for candidacy and dosing.
Safety & Contraindications
Screening includes health history, medications, and lab review. Contraindications may include G6PD deficiency, certain kidney conditions, and specific drug interactions. Your ND will advise.
General IV risks (uncommon): site pain, infection, phlebitis, infiltration, fluid overload, electrolyte imbalance, embolism. IVC-specific: fatigue post-infusion.
Integrative Approach for Parasites / Viruses / Bacteria / Mold / Fungal
- Not a replacement for diagnostics or prescribed anti-infective therapy.
- Used adjunctively to support comfort and wellness goals under ND supervision.
- Coordination with your primary care/specialists whenever appropriate.
- Nutrition, botanicals, and lifestyle measures may be discussed to support your plan.
What to Expect at Your Visit
- Consultation, history, and eligibility review
- Lab confirmation (including G6PD) and dosing plan
- Comfortable infusion setting with monitoring (1–4 hours)
- Post-visit guidance and follow-up as needed
Care is individualized. A consultation is required to confirm candidacy and dosing.
References
- Carr AC, Maggini S. Vitamin C and Immune Function. Nutrients. 2017.
- Olczak-Pruc M, et al. Vitamin C Supplementation for the Treatment of COVID-19: A Review. 2022.
- Dahl H, Degre M. Ascorbic acid and interferon production; antiviral effects in human cell culture. 1976.
- Abdelraheem WM, et al. Antibacterial and anti-biofilm effects of Vitamin C alone and with antibiotics. Front Microbiol. 2022.
- Xu C, et al. Bactericidal, anti-biofilm, and anti-virulence activity of Vitamin C against carbapenem-resistant hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae. iScience. 2022.
- Carr AC. Vitamin C & immune cell functions (review). 2017.
- Dana MA, et al. Inhibitory effect of Vitamin C on Aspergillus parasiticus growth and aflatoxin gene expression. 2018.
- Shi X, et al. Vitamin C inhibits blood-stage Plasmodium parasites (in vitro & in vivo). Front Cell Dev Biol. 2021.
- Cock IE, et al. Ascorbic acid potentiates anti-Giardia activity of compounds; Parasitology Research. 2020.
- Open-access repository copy of anti-Giardia potentiation study (Cock IE et al.).
References include in-vitro, animal, and review articles. They are provided for patient education and do not replace medical advice or treatment from your primary care team.
Educational content describing ND-supervised IV Vitamin C services. This page does not diagnose, treat, or claim to cure infection. Always follow your primary care provider’s guidance.