What does NAD+ therapy feel like during the infusion at BHRC Westlake Village? +
NAD+ infusions are administered slowly over 1.5–4 hours depending on dose. Some patients experience mild flushing, chest tightness, or nausea if the infusion runs too fast — which is why our Westlake Village nursing staff monitors your drip rate throughout. Most patients feel deeply relaxed during the session and report a noticeable energy lift within 24–48 hours afterward.
How many NAD+ sessions do I need in Westlake Village? +
For new patients, we typically recommend a loading protocol of 3 infusions over the first 1–2 weeks to raise your NAD+ baseline significantly. After that, monthly maintenance infusions sustain the benefits. Some Westlake Village patients prefer a quarterly reset protocol depending on their goals and budget.
What conditions does NAD+ therapy help with? +
NAD+ IV therapy at BHRC Westlake Village is used for mental clarity and focus, chronic fatigue, athletic recovery, anti-aging and longevity support, addiction recovery, and as an adjunct to hormone optimization programs. It is not FDA-approved to treat specific diseases, but the clinical and preclinical literature on NAD+ and cellular health is robust and growing rapidly.
Is NAD+ therapy safe? +
IV NAD+ is safe when administered by a trained medical professional at the correct infusion rate. At BHRC Westlake Village, all IV therapies are overseen by our on-site physician and administered by licensed nurses. We screen all patients for contraindications — including kidney disease and certain cardiac conditions — before beginning treatment.
Can I combine NAD+ therapy with hormone therapy at BHRC Westlake Village? +
Absolutely — and many of our patients do. NAD+ and hormone optimization are highly complementary. Hormones regulate gene expression; NAD+ fuels the cellular machinery that executes those instructions. Patients who combine both programs at our Westlake Village location consistently report the best overall results for energy, cognition, and body composition.
What is NAD+ and why does it decline with age? +
NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a coenzyme found in every cell of your body, essential for energy production via ATP synthesis, DNA repair, and activation of sirtuins — proteins directly linked to longevity. NAD+ levels decline approximately 50% by age 40 and continue falling with age, chronic stress, alcohol use, and inflammation. This decline correlates directly with fatigue, brain fog, and accelerated biological aging.
What is the difference between NAD+ IV infusion and NAD+ injections? +
IV infusion delivers NAD+ directly into the bloodstream at therapeutic doses — typically 250–1000mg — with 100% bioavailability. Subcutaneous or intramuscular NAD+ injections deliver lower doses, typically 50–100mg, and are more convenient for maintenance between IV sessions. At BHRC Westlake Village, our physician will recommend the right protocol based on your goals, budget, and starting NAD+ status.
How long does a NAD+ infusion take at BHRC Westlake Village? +
NAD+ must be administered slowly to minimize side effects. A 250mg infusion typically runs 1.5–2 hours. A 500mg infusion takes 2.5–3.5 hours. A 1,000mg high-dose infusion can take 4–6 hours. Our Westlake Village infusion suite is equipped with comfortable seating and Wi-Fi — most patients work, read, or rest during their session.
Is NAD+ therapy good for brain health and focus? +
Yes — improved cognitive clarity and focus are among the most consistently reported benefits of NAD+ therapy at BHRC Westlake Village. NAD+ is required for neuronal mitochondrial function and for PARP-1, a key DNA repair enzyme. Many patients describe the effect as a fog lifting within 24–48 hours of their infusion. Research also suggests NAD+ plays a role in neuroprotection and supporting recovery from substance dependence.
How does NAD+ IV therapy compare to oral NMN or NR supplements? +
Oral NAD+ precursors like NMN and NR can modestly raise NAD+ levels, but bioavailability is significantly limited by gut absorption and first-pass liver metabolism. IV NAD+ bypasses digestion entirely, delivering the full therapeutic dose directly to your cells. At BHRC Westlake Village, we often recommend oral NMN or NR as a maintenance supplement between IV sessions — not as a replacement for IV infusion in patients with significant NAD+ depletion.
