A medically guided IV treatment designed to help replenish iron stores and support symptoms related to iron deficiency, including fatigue, weakness, dizziness, shortness of breath, and brain fog.
What Are Iron Infusions?
Iron infusions are an intravenous treatment that delivers iron directly into the bloodstream to help replenish low iron stores when clinically appropriate. At Skin Worthy, iron infusions are offered through a medically guided process that includes bloodwork, NP review, treatment, and follow-up.
Why Choose An Iron Infusion?
Oral iron can be effective for some people, but it may not be well tolerated or well absorbed by everyone. IV iron bypasses the digestive system and can be considered when oral iron is not tolerated, not absorbed well, or when iron stores need to be replenished under medical guidance. The American Gastroenterological Association notes that IV iron may be used when oral iron is not tolerated or when iron stores do not improve with oral supplementation.
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Bypasses the digestive system
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Helpful for people who do not tolerate oral iron well
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May be appropriate for absorption concerns
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Can support clients with iron deficiency related symptoms
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Medically guided with bloodwork and NP review
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Includes follow-up testing to assess response
Who May Benefit From Iron Infusions?
Iron infusions may be appropriate for people with confirmed low iron stores or iron deficiency anemia, especially when symptoms are affecting energy, daily function, exercise tolerance, or quality of life.
Potential candidates include:​
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People with low iron or ferritin confirmed through bloodwork
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People who experience fatigue, weakness, dizziness, shortness of breath, or brain fog related to iron deficiency
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Those who do not tolerate oral iron due to digestive side effects
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Those who do not absorb oral iron well
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Women who experience heavy menstrual bleeding
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People who have not improved adequately with oral iron
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Clients looking for a medically guided treatment plan with follow-up
What Are The Benefits of Replenishing Iron Stores?
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Supports healthy red blood cell production
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Helps the body transport oxygen more effectively
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May improve fatigue related to iron deficiency
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May support weakness, dizziness, shortness of breath, and brain fog related to low iron
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Helpful when oral iron is not tolerated or absorbed well
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Supports overall energy, wellness, and quality of life when deficiency is present
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Includes follow-up bloodwork to measure response
What Does Your Appointment Look Like?
Your iron infusion begins with a brief consultation call and bloodwork ordered by the NP. Once your bloodwork is reviewed, your provider will assess whether an iron infusion is appropriate and discuss your treatment plan.
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Visit 1: Intake + Bloodwork
A 15-minute intake visit with the NP to review your history, symptoms, and bloodwork needs. Bloodwork typically takes 3–4 days for results.
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Visit 2: Iron Infusion Appointment
Your infusion appointment is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. A small IV is inserted into your arm or hand, and the iron is infused slowly over approximately 90 minutes. You will be monitored during treatment and for 30 minutes after your infusion. Monitoring after IV iron is standard practice in many patient-facing hospital protocols.
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Visit 3: Follow-Up
A 15-minute follow-up appointment approximately 6 weeks later, with repeat bloodwork completed before the visit to assess your response.
During the infusion, some people may notice:
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Metallic taste
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Mild headache
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Flushing
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Nausea
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Temporary muscle aches
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Fatigue
Most patients tolerate IV iron well, and side effects are generally mild when they occur. Hospital patient resources commonly list side effects such as nausea, headache, flushing, muscle or joint aches, and fatigue.
How Often Do I Need An Iron Infusion?
The number and frequency of iron infusions depends on your bloodwork, symptoms, medical history, and how your body responds to treatment. Some patients may only require one infusion, while others may need additional treatment depending on their iron levels and provider recommendation. Follow-up bloodwork is recommended 4–8 weeks after treatment to assess your response and determine whether additional support is needed.
How Much Does An Iron Infusion Cost?
Iron Infusion Treatment: $499
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Bloodwork
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NP consultation
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Iron infusion treatment, pending bloodwork review
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Post-infusion monitoring
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Follow-up appointment
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Follow-up bloodwork recommendation and review​
Booking deposit:
A $100 deposit is due at the time of booking. The remaining balance is paid on the day of your infusion.
