Dehydration Treatment

Seek urgent care if you experience severe symptoms like dizziness when standing, confusion, rapid heartbeat, inability to keep fluids down for more than 12 hours, dark urine or no urination for 8+ hours, or if you have underlying health conditions. Children, elderly adults, and those with chronic illnesses should be evaluated sooner. According to medical guidelines, moderate to severe dehydration requires professional assessment and may need IV fluid therapy for safe, effective rehydration.

IV fluid therapy delivers sterile saline solution directly into your bloodstream, allowing for rapid rehydration and electrolyte replacement. Treatment duration varies based on dehydration severity, typically ranging from 30 minutes to 2 hours. Our medical providers monitor your response and adjust treatment accordingly. Most patients report feeling better during or immediately after treatment, with continued improvement over the following hours.

No appointment is necessary. We welcome walk-ins daily from 8am to 8pm at both our Palm Beach Gardens and Stuart locations. For severe dehydration symptoms, come in immediately rather than calling ahead, as prompt treatment is important.

Dehydration occurs when fluid loss exceeds intake. Common causes include illness with vomiting or diarrhea, excessive sweating from exercise or heat, inadequate fluid consumption, fever, and certain medications. The NIH recommends drinking adequate fluids throughout the day, increasing intake during illness or physical activity, and consuming electrolyte solutions during prolonged exercise. In Florida's hot climate, prevention is especially important for outdoor workers and athletes.

Yes, we frequently treat dehydration resulting from gastrointestinal illnesses. Our medical providers assess the underlying cause while addressing dehydration through IV fluids when needed. We can also prescribe anti-nausea medication to help you keep fluids down and treat other symptoms. If you're unable to keep anything down for more than 12 hours, seek care promptly.

Please bring your photo ID, insurance card if applicable, and a list of current medications and medical conditions. If you've been ill, note when symptoms started and what you've been able to eat or drink. This information helps our medical providers determine the best treatment approach and identify any underlying conditions requiring attention.

Most insurance plans cover medically necessary dehydration treatment, including IV therapy, when provided in an urgent care setting. We accept most major insurance plans and will verify your coverage. For patients without insurance or those preferring self-pay, we offer transparent pricing. Our staff can discuss costs and payment options before treatment begins.

Go to the emergency room for life-threatening symptoms including severe confusion or loss of consciousness, chest pain, difficulty breathing, seizures, or signs of severe shock (cold, clammy skin with weak pulse). For typical dehydration symptoms without these emergency signs, urgent care provides appropriate, cost-effective treatment with shorter wait times.