In addition to the most widely cited benefit of curing hangovers, IV vitamin treatments can supposedly help fight exhaustion and boost the immune system. However, there is little scientific evidence to back these claims. "These treatments are mostly harmless and really just result in people making expensive urine."

In addition to the manufacturer's cost of the infusible drugs and biologics, there's also a cost for the equipment and medical staff necessary for an infusion facility to administer the medication. Infusion costs also differ depending on the drug, infusion location, dosage, and more.

Infusion therapy — also known as IV therapy — involves administering medications intravenously. This is done by injecting a needle directly into the patient's arm. It allows for much more efficient treatment of chronic illnesses since it delivers medicine, antibiotics, and/or hydration directly into the bloodstream.