Welcome to Elevate Health Group

Elevate Health Group is a leading primary care and internal medicine practice serving the communities of Glendale, Burbank, and La Canada, California since 2015. Our team of board-certified physicians and experienced healthcare providers are dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care in a welcoming and compassionate environment. We believe in building lasting relationships with our patients based on trust, communication, and comprehensive medical care.

Your Trusted Healthcare Partner

At Elevate Health Group, we understand that your health is your most valuable asset. That's why we're committed to providing the highest quality medical care with a personal touch. Our experienced medical professionals take the time to listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and develop personalized treatment plans that address your unique health needs and goals.

Comprehensive Healthcare Services

We offer a full spectrum of medical services to meet all of your healthcare needs under one roof. From routine preventive care to complex chronic disease management, our board-certified physicians have the expertise and resources to provide exceptional care for patients of all ages.

Our Core Services Include:

Primary Care and Family Medicine for adults
Internal Medicine and complex medical condition management
Preventive Care and comprehensive wellness examinations
Chronic Disease Management including diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol
Adult Urgent Care Services for non-emergency medical needs
On-Site Laboratory Testing and diagnostic services with rapid results
Immunizations and Vaccinations including flu shots and travel vaccines
Weight Management Programs with medical supervision
Geriatric Care and senior health services
Concierge Medicine Services for personalized healthcare
EKG testing and cardiovascular health assessments
Women's Health and Men's Health specialized services
IV Vitamin Therapy and nutrient infusions
Travel Medicine consultations and vaccinations
Allergy Testing and Immunology services

Three Convenient Locations

With medical offices in Glendale, Burbank, and La Canada, Elevate Health Group makes it easy to access quality healthcare close to home or work. Each of our modern facilities is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment and staffed by experienced medical professionals dedicated to your health and wellbeing.

Board-Certified Physicians

Our medical team consists of board-certified physicians and skilled healthcare providers with years of experience in primary care and internal medicine. Our providers maintain active medical licenses, participate in ongoing continuing medical education, and stay current with the latest advances in medical research and treatment protocols to ensure you receive the most effective care available.

Patient-Centered Approach

At Elevate Health Group, we believe in treating the whole person, not just symptoms. Our patient-centered approach means we take the time to understand your medical history, lifestyle factors, and personal health goals. We partner with you to make informed decisions about your healthcare and provide the support you need to achieve optimal health and wellness.

Same-Week Appointments

We understand that health concerns can't always wait. That's why we offer same-week appointments for urgent medical needs and flexible scheduling to accommodate your busy lifestyle. Our extended hours make it convenient to get the care you need when you need it.

Insurance and Payment Options

Elevate Health Group accepts most major insurance plans including Medicare, PPO plans, and various HMO networks. We are committed to making quality healthcare accessible and affordable for all members of our community. Our knowledgeable staff is available to verify your insurance coverage and answer questions about benefits and payment options.

Schedule Your Appointment Today

Ready to experience healthcare the way it should be? Contact Elevate Health Group at 818-246-8000 to schedule your appointment, or book online through our secure patient portal. New patients are always welcome, and we look forward to becoming your trusted healthcare partner.

Discover why patients throughout Glendale, Burbank, La Canada, Pasadena, and surrounding Los Angeles County communities choose Elevate Health Group for their primary care and internal medicine needs. Let us help you achieve and maintain optimal health for life.

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Myers' Cocktail IV vitamin infusion in a clinical wellness setting, showing a patient receiving an intravenous drip in a treatment chair.

Myers' Cocktail IV Drip: What Is In It and What the Evidence Shows

OCTOBER 5, 2026

Reviewed by Dr. Narbeh Tovmassian, MD, FACP

Dr. Narbeh Tovmassian, MD, FACP, founder of Elevate Health Group

6 MIN READ

The Myers' Cocktail is probably the most recognised formula in IV vitamin therapy, named after the Baltimore physician who developed it in the 1960s and popularised decades later. Walk into most IV clinics in Los Angeles and some version of it will be on the menu.

What is harder to find is a straight account of what is actually in it, what the research does and does not show, and who should be screened before receiving one. Elevate Health Group offers IV therapy at our Glendale, Burbank, and La Cañada offices, and this page is written to give you that account rather than a sales pitch.

What Is Actually In It

The original formulation is a blend of vitamins and minerals given as a slow intravenous push or short infusion. The components typically include:

Magnesium chloride
Calcium gluconate
Vitamin B12 (hydroxocobalamin)
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)
Vitamin B5 (dexpanthenol)
B-complex vitamins
Vitamin C

Clinics vary the doses, and many sell modified versions under their own names. That matters more than it sounds, because "Myers' Cocktail" is a recipe, not a regulated product. Two drips with the same name can differ meaningfully in what they contain and at what dose, which is why reviewing the specific ingredients and doses with a clinician is worth doing before you book anything.

What the Evidence Actually Shows

This is the part most pages skip, and you should weigh it carefully.

The Myers' Cocktail has been the subject of one randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Published in 2009, it enrolled 34 adults with fibromyalgia and compared weekly infusions against a placebo infusion of lactated Ringer's solution over eight weeks.

Both groups improved. The group receiving the Myers' Cocktail did not differ significantly from placebo on any measured outcome. The authors concluded that "the efficacy of IVMT for fibromyalgia, relative to placebo, is as yet uncertain," attributing the result in part to a strong placebo response and the small sample size.

That is the state of the evidence. It is not proof the formula does nothing, and a single small pilot study in one condition cannot settle the question either way. But it does mean that anyone presenting the Myers' Cocktail as clinically proven is going beyond what has been demonstrated.

Elevate Health Group does not market or recommend any infusion for a use the FDA has not approved. Intravenous vitamin and mineral blends, including the Myers' Cocktail, are not FDA approved for the treatment or prevention of any disease. Individual responses vary and outcomes are not guaranteed.

What Patients Report

With that framing in place, it is fair to say what people describe, as distinct from what has been established.

Patients who choose these infusions commonly report feeling more hydrated and less fatigued afterwards. Rehydration itself has a well-understood physiological basis, and for someone genuinely volume depleted, intravenous fluid does what it is supposed to do. Separating that effect from the vitamin content is precisely what the placebo-controlled research has not yet managed to do.

What this is not is a treatment for an underlying condition. Persistent fatigue, recurring headaches, or ongoing malaise are worth investigating properly rather than infusing around. If those are your symptoms, a diagnostic workup through our on-site laboratory is a better first step than a drip.

Who Should Be Screened First

A physician review before a first infusion is not a formality. Several conditions genuinely change whether this is appropriate:

Condition	Why it matters
Kidney disease or impaired renal function	Affects handling of fluid volume and mineral load, particularly magnesium
Heart failure or fluid restriction	Volume load may not be tolerated
G6PD deficiency	High-dose vitamin C has been associated with haemolysis in deficient patients
Pregnancy or breastfeeding	High-dose vitamin dosing is not well studied in these groups
Current medications	Some vitamins and minerals interact with prescribed drugs
Known allergies to any component	Needs disclosure at intake

The G6PD point is the one most often missed. It is a reason to ask what vitamin C dose a clinic is using and whether they screen for it.

Questions Worth Asking Any IV Clinic

What exactly is in this drip, at what doses?
Who is administering it, and is a physician reviewing my history first?
What screening do you do before a first infusion?
What are the side effects, and what happens if I react?
Is this being offered as a wellness service or as treatment for something?

That last question matters. A clinic that is clear it is selling an elective wellness service is being straight with you. If you want to compare settings, our pieces on IV hydration versus oral supplements and mobile versus in-clinic IV therapy cover the practical differences.

Cost and Service Area

IV infusions are elective wellness services and are self-pay, which is standard across the industry. Current pricing for each infusion is listed on our IV therapy page.

Infusions are available at our Glendale, Burbank, and La Cañada offices. Care is available in Armenian, Persian, Russian, and Spanish as well as English.

Frequently Asked Questions

Need Help? Find Answers Here

Is the Myers' Cocktail FDA approved?

No. Intravenous vitamin and mineral blends are not FDA approved for treating or preventing any condition. They are offered as elective wellness services. Any provider should tell you this plainly rather than implying clinical approval.

Does it actually work?

The single placebo-controlled trial of the formula found no significant difference from placebo. Patients do commonly report feeling better afterwards, and rehydration has a clear physiological basis, but the specific benefit of the vitamin content remains unproven. Honest framing is that the evidence is limited rather than settled.

Is it safe?

For most healthy adults, these infusions are generally well tolerated when given by trained staff in a clinical setting. Risk is not zero, and it rises with kidney disease, heart failure, G6PD deficiency, and certain medications, which is why a physician review before a first infusion matters.

Can it replace seeing a doctor about my symptoms?

No, and it should not be used that way. Persistent fatigue, headaches, or feeling unwell have causes worth identifying. Treat an infusion as an elective wellness service, not as a substitute for a diagnosis.

Will insurance cover it?

No. Elective wellness infusions are self-pay in essentially every setting, including ours. Medically indicated care, such as IV fluids given for a clinical reason during a visit, is a different matter and is handled through your insurance.

If you are considering a Myers' Cocktail, the useful first step is a conversation with a physician who will tell you candidly what is known, what is not, and whether your medical history makes it a reasonable choice. Elevate Health Group sees adult patients in Glendale, Burbank, and La Cañada. Call 818-246-8000 or contact our office to arrange a consultation.

October 5, 2026