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가정의학과 doctors are family medicine specialists who see patients of all ages for everyday illness and preventive care. In Apgujeong and Cheongdam, many family medicine clinics focus on wellness services: vitamin and mineral IV drips, glutathione, hangover drips, fatigue care and anti-aging programs.

An IV visit is a short check of health history and blood pressure, then a drip in a recliner or private room that takes 20 to 60 minutes. Many clinics have menus with set drips, and the doctor adjusts the content if you have conditions such as kidney disease or pregnancy.

NHIS covers family medicine consultations for illness. Wellness IVs and anti-aging services are non-covered, so residents and visitors pay the same listed price. Stem cell IVs fall under strict Korean regulation, so ask what exactly is being infused and under which approval.

What to expect

Bring your passport and tell the doctor about allergies, pregnancy and kidney or heart conditions.
Expect a short check of blood pressure and medical history before the drip.
Drips take 20 to 60 minutes. Some clinics offer private rooms with Wi-Fi.
Price lists are often posted by drip name. Add-ons cost extra.
Card payment at the desk is standard.

Tips for international patients

Eat something before an IV to avoid dizziness.
Ask for the ingredient list and doses on paper.
A hangover drip will not replace water and rest; it shortens symptoms for some people.

Last reviewed October 2026. General information only, not medical advice. A doctor confirms what suits you at consultation.

Wellness & IV Therapy treatments

Nutrient IV Therapy: Vitamin and mineral drips such as garlic (fursultiamine), Cinderella (thioctic acid) and glutathione. 20 to 60 minutes; benefits for healthy people are limited.
Stem Cell IV (Regulatory Status): Since Feb 2025, regenerative treatment is limited to serious, rare or intractable diseases after committee review. Wellness stem cell IV is not approved.

Wellness & IV Therapy in Korea: questions

What is in a typical Korean vitamin IV?

Common drips contain vitamin C, B-complex, magnesium and sometimes glutathione or amino acids. The exact mix differs by clinic.

How long does a glutathione IV take?

Usually 10 to 30 minutes as a push or short drip. It is often combined with vitamin C.

Can I get an IV on the same day I land?

Yes. Many clinics take walk-ins in the afternoon and evening.

Are stem cell IVs legal in Korea?

Korea regulates cell therapies under specific approval rules. Ask the clinic what is infused, who produced it and under which approval before agreeing.

How often can I have a vitamin drip?

Clinics often suggest once a week at most. Very high-dose vitamin C is not suitable for people with G6PD deficiency or kidney stones.

Can a family medicine clinic treat a cold or stomach bug too?

Yes. Family medicine doctors see everyday illness as well as wellness services, and prescriptions are filled at a pharmacy nearby.

Questions before you visit?

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Wellness and IV Therapy Clinics in Apgujeong

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