Topeka, KS – February 25, 2026 – In response to the rising trend of retail IV therapy clinics, the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts and Kansas State Board of Pharmacy collaboratively issued a statement highlighting critical concerns regarding patient safety and regulatory compliance in this emerging sector.

Retail IV therapy clinics have proliferated across the state, often offering a variety of pre-selected IV “cocktails” that include a mix of saline, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and sometimes prescription medications. While these services claim to alleviate conditions such as dehydration, migraines, and to enhance athletic recovery, the Boards emphasize that IV therapy is a medical practice requiring licensed professionals.

A copy of the joint statement for the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts can be found here. A copy of the joint statement for the Kansas Board of Pharmacy can be found here.

The Kansas State Board of Healing Arts (KSBHA) licenses and regulates 16 healthcare professions in Kansas, with more than 37,000 licensees. The mission of the Board is to safeguard the public through licensure, education, and discipline of those who practice the healing arts in Kansas.

The Kansas State Board of Pharmacy (KSBOP) licenses and regulates approximately 18,000 persons and entities. The mission of the Kansas Board of Pharmacy is to ensure that all persons and entities conducting business relating to the practice of pharmacy in Kansas are properly licensed and registered.