Some infections need intravenous antibiotics — treatment that usually means a hospital stay. Our IV-trained nurses deliver it at home instead, under strict medical governance: careful suitability assessment, safety checks at every visit, and a doctor reviewing your progress throughout the course.
Is this right for me?
You need a course of IV antibiotics but would rather be at home
You need IV fluids or other IV treatment at home
You've been assessed as stable enough for treatment at home
You want to avoid a hospital stay for treatment that can be given safely at home
Important — this is not an emergency service
Home IV treatment is only for patients assessed as stable enough for care at home. If you become seriously unwell during treatment — severe breathlessness, chest pain, a severe reaction, collapse — call 999.
What can we help with?
IV antibiotics
IV fluids
IV-trained nurse administration
Clinical assessment before and during treatment
Monitoring and escalation
Home IV treatment is only offered after a clinician confirms it's clinically appropriate and you're stable enough to be treated at home.
What happens during your visit?
Clinical assessment
A clinician assesses whether home IV treatment is safe and appropriate for you.
Treatment planned
The medication, number of visits and monitoring plan are agreed and explained.
IV-trained nurse visits
A nurse administers the IV treatment at home and checks how you're responding.
Monitor and review
You're monitored throughout, with GP review and escalation if your condition changes.
What's included
Medical assessment to confirm home IV treatment is safe for you
IV antibiotics or fluids administered by IV-trained registered nurses
Line care and safety checks at every visit
Full observations with clear escalation triggers
Weekly medical review of your treatment plan
Completion summary to you and your GP
Who delivers your care
Who
What they do for you
Medical Lead (GP)
Decides suitability, prescribes and reviews weekly
IV-trained Registered Nurse
Administers treatment and monitors you at every visit
Care Coordinator
Schedules the daily visits across your course
After your visit
You're monitored across the course of treatment. If you become more unwell, we escalate promptly — including arranging hospital care if needed. With consent, your NHS GP is kept informed.
We provide this service across Lurgan, Craigavon and surrounding areas. Some surrounding locations may be available depending on the service, travel requirements and clinician availability.
Not sure if we cover your area? Call 028 9621 1981 with your postcode and our team will check — or see Areas we cover.
Booking for someone else?
Yes — a family member, carer or authorised representative can contact us to arrange this for a patient, provided the patient consents. Many of our bookings are made by a son or daughter for a parent.
Frequently asked questions
Is home IV treatment safe?
It's only offered when a clinician has assessed you and confirmed treatment at home is clinically appropriate and you're stable enough. You're monitored throughout, with clear escalation if anything changes.
Who decides whether I'm suitable?
A clinician, following an assessment. Suitability isn't assumed — it's confirmed before treatment starts.
Who prescribes the antibiotics?
Treatment is prescribed by a doctor as part of your assessed plan.
How often will the nurse visit?
It depends on the treatment — a short visit or, for longer courses, extended or repeat visits. This is agreed in your plan.
How long does treatment last?
As long as clinically needed for your course; we explain the expected duration up front.
What happens if I get worse?
We escalate promptly — including arranging hospital care if required. If it's an emergency, call 999.
What happens with the IV line?
The nurse manages the line safely and explains how to look after it between visits.
Is medication included in the price?
Medication may be charged separately depending on the treatment — we confirm all costs before starting.
