Rejuvenating Therapies

NAD+:

NAD+, or nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, is a critical co-enzyme that is involved with energy production at the cellular level. As we get older, our levels of this important cofactor decrease and contribute to what is considered normal aging. Many people experience system-wide functional improvement with this therapy. It may not be the fountain of youth, but feeling younger is a start.

What’s the catch?

NAD+ infusions take time. Once inside the body, NAD+ has to be converted so that it can move across the cellular wall. This means that we have to infuse it slowly to avoid unpleasant effects that include anxiety and chest pressure. If you experience that during infusion tell your nurse immediately.

NR:

The new kid on the rujuvenation block, Nicotinamide Riboside is the precursor to NAD+ and its function is the same. The big difference is that NR is able to pass directly through the cellular wall so it is much better absorbed. This improved absorption allows for much faster infusion time and is better tolerated.

What’s the catch? As always, money. NR is significantly more expensive than NAD+

Both of these therapies are available both intravenously and intramuscularly. IV therapy gives faster results but also takes more time. IM injections are limited to a smaller maximum dose but have far fewer reaction risks.

Who can have NAD+ or NR?

This is a therapy for those of us that are more age-advanced i.e. over 40.

Contraindicated in those with cancer or a significant history of same, pregnant or breastfeeding, or those with unstable chronic disease or severe cardiovascular conditions.

These are patient specific therapies: medications will be prescribed and sent directly to patient and your nurse will visit and administer as you desire. These therapies also require a level 2 provider visit every 3 months.