IV Drip Therapy in Seongsu, Seoul

Melting IV drips planned by a physician certified in IV nutrition therapy

Medically reviewed by Dr. Park Kyung-min, MD, PhD, Medical Director of Seongsu Melting Clinic · Board-certified in Family Medicine · Last reviewed September 2026

IV drips are popular in Seoul, and the menu can be confusing. At Seongsu Melting Clinic in Seongsu, Seoul, Melting IV drips are planned by Dr. Park Kyung-min, a family medicine physician certified in IV nutrition therapy, with a frank conversation about what they can and cannot do.

What is IV drip therapy?

An IV drip delivers fluids, vitamins, minerals, or other ingredients directly into a vein. Because it bypasses the digestive system, nutrients reach the bloodstream more directly than with oral supplements. Many people use drips when they feel run down, dehydrated, or tired.

It is important to be honest about the evidence. For some ingredients and situations, such as dehydration, the rationale is clear. For others, including many "glow" or brightening claims, research is limited and results vary widely. A drip is not a replacement for sleep, good food, sun protection, or medical care for an underlying condition.

How we approach IV drip therapy at Seongsu Melting Clinic

The clinic's Melting IV menu includes:

  • Allergy drip
  • Antioxidant / anti-aging drip
  • Myers' cocktail
  • Cold and flu drip
  • Immunity drip
  • Placenta drip
  • Energizer drip
  • Hangover / condition "wake-up" drip
  • Diet drip, used alongside the Melting Diet program

Dr. Park holds a Korean IV nutrition therapy certification (2019) and serves as chief academic director for obesity and IV nutrition therapy at the Korean Society of Skin, Obesity & Plastic. Before any drip, he reviews your health history, current medications, and goals, then recommends a drip, or tells you if one is not a good idea.

A good fit if…

  • You feel run down and want supportive care alongside healthy habits
  • You are in Seoul on a busy trip and feel depleted
  • You are following the Melting Diet program and your doctor recommends a diet drip
  • You want a doctor to review your health before choosing a drip

Consider something else if…

  • You have heart, kidney, or liver disease without clearance from your doctor
  • You are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless specifically advised
  • You have a known allergy to any ingredient in the drip
  • You have symptoms that need diagnosis, such as fever with severe illness or chest pain, which should be assessed medically first

What to expect

Your visit starts with a medical consultation. A small IV line is placed in your arm, and you rest while the drip runs. Timing varies by drip.

Most people feel a brief pinch when the line goes in. Afterward, some notice a bruise at the site. Rarely, a drip can cause dizziness or irritation of the vein, which is one reason you are monitored. Some patients use drips occasionally; others plan them as part of a program. Dr. Park will be honest about whether repeat drips make sense for you, and pricing is explained at consultation.

Aftercare

  • Keep light pressure on the IV site for a few minutes
  • Drink water and eat normally
  • Report any swelling, pain, or redness at the IV site
  • Tell the clinic about any new medications before future drips
  • Keep up sleep, nutrition, and sun protection, which matter more for skin than any drip

A note from Dr. Park

Dr. Park often tells patients that his research and lecturing should lead to better care in the clinic, not bigger promises. With IV drips, that means being honest about where evidence is strong and where it is thin, and choosing drips for a reason rather than because they are on a menu.

Frequently asked questions

Will an IV drip brighten my skin?

Some ingredients are chosen with skin in mind, but evidence for visible brightening is limited. Sun protection and targeted skin treatments usually matter more.

How long does a drip take?

It depends on the drip and its volume. The clinic will tell you the expected time before you start.

Can I combine a drip with a skin treatment the same day?

Often yes. Dr. Park will check that the combination makes sense for you.

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Book a consultation at Seongsu Melting Clinic

Message us on WhatsApp or KakaoTalk, or call +82-2-468-7179. International patients are welcome to write to us in English.

  • Address: 4F #403, Samjin Building, 113 Achasan-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul (Seongsu-dong 2-ga)
  • Getting here: Seongsu Station (Line 2), Exit 2, about a 3-minute walk. Parking available.
  • Hours: Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00 (lunch 13:00–14:00) · Sat 09:30–15:00 · Closed Sundays & public holidays

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Treatment plans, number of sessions and results vary from person to person and are decided after an in-person consultation. This page is general information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for medical advice.