Stop Infekt — Acute Flu and Cold Infusion

The Stop Infekt protocol at IVC Olomouc is a high-priority infusion specifically designed to intercept flu or cold infections in the first hours of symptom onset. By delivering a concentrated vitamin C dose intravenously the moment early warning signs appear — sore throat, chill, or fatigue — the therapy aims to saturate immune cells when they most need antioxidant support. The clinic makes this infusion available on a same-day call-in basis, even outside routine appointment slots, recognising that the therapeutic window for halting a viral illness is narrow. At 1 100 Kč per session, it is offered at a 100 Kč promotional discount from the standard price.

When the body encounters a viral pathogen — rhinovirus, influenza, or coronavirus — neutrophils and other immune cells rapidly consume vitamin C as they generate reactive oxygen species to attack the invader. Plasma vitamin C can deplete by 50% within hours of infection onset, creating a deficit precisely when immune function is most critical. The Stop Infekt infusion at IVC Olomouc addresses this window by delivering a high-dose vitamin C solution intravenously at the very first sign of illness — a scratchy throat, sudden fatigue, body aches, or a developing chill. Unlike oral supplementation, which hits an absorption wall around 200–500 mg and takes hours to incrementally raise plasma levels, IV delivery can achieve therapeutically relevant concentrations within minutes of starting the drip. The session runs approximately 45–60 minutes. The practitioner uses a standard peripheral IV line in the forearm and monitors the infusion throughout. Most patients report that symptoms either fail to develop further or resolve substantially within 24 hours, though individual outcomes vary. The clinic recommends calling immediately at symptom onset rather than waiting to see whether symptoms worsen — the earlier the infusion, the more effective the intervention window. The Stop Infekt service is available Monday to Friday and on a same-day basis for patients who call ahead. No advance booking is required beyond the phone call. Patients should arrive without having fasted — a light meal beforehand is fine. Those with known G6PD deficiency or renal impairment should mention this when booking. At 1 100 Kč, this session is offered at a 100 Kč promotional discount. After the infusion, patients can typically return to rest at home; many report feeling noticeably better within a few hours.