Intralipid Infusions

Intralipid Infusions Explained

Supportive therapy to complement your fertility care

If you’ve been prescribed Intralipid Infusions as part of your fertility or IVF treatment,
It usually means your specialist is supporting your immune system to improve the chances of a successful pregnancy
Intralipid is a fat emulsion given intravenously, and it’s thought to help women whose immune responses may be interfering with embryo implantation
At our clinic, intralipid infusions are delivered in a calm outpatient setting by qualified nurses, under your doctor’s guidance
Your fertility specialist will decide if intralipid is right for you and when it should be administered during your IVF cycle

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Conditions Treated

Antibiotic infusions may be prescribed for:

Cellulitis (skin infection)
Osteomyelitis (bone infection)
Pyelonephritis (kidney infection)
Pneumonia (mild or post-hospital care)
Septic arthritis
Recurrent or persistent bacterial infections
Step-down therapy following hospital discharge

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What to Expect

Before booking an intralipid infusion, you’ll need:

A valid prescription or referral from your GP, specialist, or hospital team
A copy of any recent test results your doctor has requested (e.g. bloods or imaging)
Confirmation of your medication type and dosing instructions from your doctor or pharmacist

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Your Appointment

On the day of your appointment:

You’ll be welcomed into a quiet, comfortable treatment room
A nurse will insert a small IV cannula to deliver the prescribed antibiotic
Most infusions take 30–60 minutes
Some patients may require daily sessions over multiple days
Your referring doctor will be kept informed of your progress

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Pricing for Intralipid Infusions

Upfront pricing, no surprises

Medication Cost

$100

Pharmacy-supplied Intralipid® 20% lipid emulsion (per 100 mL)

Infusion Cost

$350

This covers clinical assessment, monitoring, and infusion administration in our specialised outpatient facility. A $65 surcharge applies to weekend appointments.

Concession Savings

10%Off

We offer 10% off the infusion cost for eligible concession card holders: Commonwealth Health Care Cards, Veterans Card (DVA), Seniors Health & Pensioners Concession Cards.