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I know it is unlikely. Can I get a saline solution transfusion in the UK with out a prescription?

I can get one in some states in the USA.

In Ecuador you can have a RPN come to your house and administer a saline solution once a month for $20.00

Note: As far as I know this may be the end of my rash of questions. Thank you all so much.

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I’ve actually never heard of such a procedure, and can’t imagine why it would be implemented. I think that you would need to go to a private doctor - All Nuffield Hospitals have private GPs

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WIZARD6787 in reply towedgewood

I was not clear that in Ecuador you can have not more than one a month.

Thank you for your input. I came across having a saline solution infusion in the late 70's. I had two friends who were anesthesiologists and they and I would have them when our bodies were taxed. They told me it was common in the medical field. I have since then run into to more than a few that sometimes have a saline solution infusion including some emergency personal.

I find it beneficial when my body has been taxed even though I drank enough water.

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wedgewood in reply toWIZARD6787

That’s really interesting WIZARD6787! I have learned 1thing today ( and probably forgotten 2 things !) .

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jaybirdxNHM in reply towedgewood

Lots of surgeries have private GPs .These are private businesses and have an NHS contract. One reason why NHS is short of GPs.

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FlipperTD

Scientist, not medic.

I am intrigued as to why you would wish for such a procedure, especially on a regular basis. Oral rehydration is simple and safe. Intravenous rehydration with saline is more complicated and not without some degree of risk. If you have an IV saline drip, this simply goes into your blood, through your kidneys, and the water is extracted and sent 'on its way' via your bladder.

Good luck in your search!

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It is a subjective risk vs perceived benefit decision.

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Bellabab

There is no reason why you would need to have an IV saline drip. Just keep hydrated with water. Potential danger and high cost completely unwarranted.

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WIZARD6787 in reply toBellabab

I did not indicate a need. Danger/risk is less than a massage and less costly just more common.

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Well that post had an unanticipated positive effect for me. In three months I will be making 6+-connections to get back to the USA. Including getting a ride from the airport.

I fly into Boston and on the way home I will get a Saline IV drip as I can get one on the way and to go get one is an hours drive from my house. Never thought of that before I posted here. I have traveled and then wanted a saline IV drip about a week after I arrive or get back. I am going to preempt

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Too funny. This link for saline solution drips in London came up when I was looking for something else. ivboost.uk/contact/# .

I thought more about my having a saline drip and it very well could be it has had a positive effect in the past as I was B12 deficient at the time. Thank you all for your help!

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