What are the side effects of ozone IV therapy?

Possible side effects include tiredness, lightheadedness and bruising at the IV site. Serious complications are possible, which is why screening and trained staff matter.

Can you inhale ozone?

No. Ozone should never be inhaled because it can irritate and damage the lungs. In therapy, it's used in a closed system.

Is Ozone IV Therapy Safe? Who Should Avoid It

Q: Is ozone IV therapy safe?

Safety depends on proper screening, medical-grade equipment, trained staff and correct technique. It isn't right for everyone, and it isn't FDA-approved to treat medical conditions.

Q: Who should not get ozone therapy?

People with G6PD deficiency, pregnancy, an overactive thyroid, bleeding disorders or blood thinner use, a recent heart attack or certain other conditions should not get ozone therapy or need careful evaluation.

If you're considering ozone IV therapy, safety should be your first question. Good clinics welcome it.

Here's an honest guide to the risks of ozone UV IV therapy, who should avoid it and how screening protects you.

Quick answer: Ozone IV therapy's safety depends on proper medical screening, medical-grade equipment and trained staff. It isn't appropriate for people with G6PD deficiency, pregnancy, an overactive thyroid, bleeding disorders or blood thinner use, or certain heart conditions. It isn't FDA-approved to treat medical conditions.

New to ozone? Start with What Is Ozone UV IV Therapy?

Who Should Not Get Ozone Therapy?

Ozone IV therapy may not be safe if you:

Have G6PD deficiency, an enzyme deficiency that affects red blood cells
Are pregnant
Have an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism)
Have bleeding disorders or take blood thinners
Have had a recent heart attack or have certain heart conditions
Have uncontrolled high blood pressure
Have a history of seizures
Have had a reaction to ozone in the past

Our medical team will review your full health history.

Why G6PD Screening Matters

People with G6PD deficiency may be at risk of red blood cell breakdown with oxidative therapies. A simple blood test checks for it. Learn more in Why You Need a G6PD Test.

Possible Side Effects

Tiredness after a session
Brief lightheadedness
Bruising or soreness at the IV site

Serious complications are possible with any IV procedure, which is why technique, sterile equipment and trained staff matter.

Never Inhale Ozone

Ozone can irritate and damage the lungs. In ozone UV IV therapy, it's handled in a closed, controlled system.

What Makes a Clinic Safe?

Thorough medical screening
Required tests like G6PD
Medical-grade ozone and equipment
Trained, licensed staff
Clear consent and honest information
A plan for follow-up

Know the Evidence

Ozone therapy isn't FDA-approved to treat any medical condition, and high-quality human research is limited. Read Ozone UV IV Benefits: What It's Used For.

Safer Alternatives for Common Goals

If ozone therapy isn't right for you, consider:

IV infusions for hydration and nutrients
High-C IV for immune support (G6PD screening still required)
Hyperbaric oxygen for oxygen-focused wellness

Have questions about safety? Ask us anything.

Ozone UV IV Therapy in Mauldin, SC

iCRYO Mauldin is at 100 N Main St STE. B, Mauldin, SC 29662, on North Main Street with free on-site parking. We welcome clients from Simpsonville, Greenville, Fountain Inn, Five Forks, Taylors and Greer.

Questions? Call (864) 478-7429.