Local Guide — Park Ridge, IL
NAD+ INJECTIONS IN PARK RIDGE, IL
NAD+ injections for $60/shot at a medical clinic in Park Ridge. Same molecule the IV drip clinics charge $500+ for, delivered subcutaneously in 5 minutes. Medical oversight, no referral needed.
Medically reviewed by Missy Zammichieli, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC · March 25, 2026
WHY MOONSHOT IS DIFFERENT
NAD+ is having a moment. IV lounges, med spas, and wellness clinics are all selling it. Here is what separates a medical clinic from a drip bar.
Medical Clinic, Not a Med Spa
Moonshot Medical is a clinical practice run by a board-certified nurse practitioner. NAD+ injections are administered as part of a comprehensive health optimization approach — not as a standalone "wellness treatment" sold alongside facials.
Why this matters: Your provider reviews your health history, current medications, and lab work before recommending NAD+. If there is a better intervention for your symptoms, we will tell you that instead of just selling you a shot.
$60 Per Injection — Not $500+ Per IV Drip
Most Chicago-area NAD+ providers charge $250-1,000+ for IV drips that take 1-4 hours in a chair. Moonshot offers subcutaneous NAD+ injections at $60 per shot. Five minutes, same molecule, clinical doses, a fraction of the cost.
The math: A typical loading protocol of 2x/week for 4 weeks costs $480 at Moonshot. A single IV drip session at most competitors costs more than that entire loading phase.
Integrated With Your Health Data
NAD+ is not a standalone treatment here. It is part of a broader optimization toolkit that includes comprehensive blood panels, DEXA body composition scans, peptide therapy, and hormone optimization.
The advantage: Your provider sees the full picture — labs, body composition, hormones, and symptoms — so NAD+ gets layered into a protocol that actually makes sense for your biology.
WHAT IS NAD+ AND WHY DOES IT MATTER?
NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a coenzyme found in every living cell. It is not a vitamin, not a supplement trend, and not optional — it is required for the most fundamental metabolic processes that keep you alive.
NAD+ drives three critical functions: mitochondrial energy production (converting food into ATP, the energy currency your cells run on), DNA repair (PARP enzymes that fix tens of thousands of DNA lesions per day require NAD+ to function), and sirtuin activation (the "longevity genes" that regulate inflammation, stress resistance, and cellular repair are NAD+-dependent enzymes).
Here is the problem: NAD+ levels decline approximately 50% by age 60. This decline correlates directly with reduced energy, slower recovery, impaired cognitive function, and the metabolic dysfunction that characterizes aging. Oral NAD+ supplements have poor bioavailability — most is broken down in the gut before reaching your cells. Injectable NAD+ bypasses digestion entirely, delivering the full dose to the bloodstream. Read our full NAD+ science guide for the detailed biochemistry.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Book Online
Schedule a visit through our online booking page. No referral needed, no insurance hassle. If you are already a hormone optimization patient, NAD+ can be added to your existing visits. New patients get a brief intake to review health history and goals.
Get Injected (5 Minutes)
NAD+ is administered as a subcutaneous injection — same technique as insulin. The whole process takes about 5 minutes. No IV line, no sitting in a chair for hours, no infusion center overhead getting passed on to you. Some patients experience mild flushing or warmth that resolves within minutes.
Feel the Difference
Most patients notice improved energy, mental clarity, and recovery within 1-2 weeks of consistent injections. A typical loading protocol is 1-2x per week for 2-4 weeks, then weekly or biweekly for maintenance. Your provider adjusts the schedule based on your response and goals.
TRANSPARENT PRICING
NAD+ Injection
$60/shot
- Subcutaneous injection, clinical dose
- Administered by medical staff
- No membership required
- No contracts, pay per visit
Hormone Optimization Members
1 Vitamin Injection/Month Included
- NAD+, B12, or other vitamin injections
- Included with hormone optimization plan
- Additional injections at $60 each
- Stacks with peptide therapy and blood work
Compare: IV NAD+ drips in the Chicago area typically run $250-500 for a single session, with some boutique clinics charging $750-1,000+. At Moonshot, a full 8-session loading protocol costs $480 total. Same molecule, clinical oversight, no markup for IV lounge ambiance.
LOCATION & ACCESS
Moonshot Medical and Performance
542 Busse Hwy
Park Ridge, IL 60068
- Phone: (224) 435-4280
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
- No referral needed — book directly online
- Minutes from O'Hare — right off the Kennedy Expressway
Serving the Northwest Suburbs
Patients come to Moonshot for NAD+ injections from across the northwest Chicago suburbs:
- Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Niles
- Edison Park, Norwood Park
- Morton Grove, Glenview, Skokie
- Lincolnwood, Chicago
Easily accessible from all NW suburbs. Free parking on-site.
COMMON QUESTIONS
How much do NAD+ injections cost at Moonshot?
$60 per injection. No membership required, no contracts. Hormone optimization members get 1 vitamin injection per month included in their plan. Compare that to $250-1,000+ for a single IV NAD+ session at most Chicago-area providers.
What's the difference between NAD+ injections and IV drips?
Both deliver NAD+ directly to the bloodstream, bypassing gut absorption. IV drips take 1-4 hours, require an IV line, and cost significantly more due to infusion center overhead. Subcutaneous injections take 5 minutes, deliver clinical doses of the same molecule, and cost $60 at Moonshot. The molecule does not care how it got into your bloodstream.
How often should I get NAD+ injections?
A typical protocol starts with 1-2 injections per week for 2-4 weeks (loading phase), then transitions to weekly or biweekly maintenance. Some patients do monthly maintenance long-term. Your provider will recommend a schedule based on your goals, symptoms, and response to treatment.
Do I need a referral for NAD+ therapy?
No. Moonshot Medical is a direct-pay clinic. You can book directly online — no referral, no insurance pre-authorization, no waiting. Walk in, get injected, walk out.
Is NAD+ therapy safe?
NAD+ injections are generally well-tolerated. The most common side effects are temporary flushing, warmth, or mild nausea during or shortly after the injection — these resolve within minutes. All injections at Moonshot are administered under the oversight of a board-certified nurse practitioner who reviews your health history and medications before starting any protocol.
Can I combine NAD+ with hormone optimization?
Yes — and it is one of the most common combinations we see. NAD+ supports the metabolic pathways that hormones activate, so patients on testosterone optimization or peptide therapy often report compounding benefits from adding NAD+. Having all protocols managed under one roof means your provider can coordinate dosing and timing.
READY TO TRY NAD+?
$60 per injection. Medical oversight. 5 minutes in and out. Park Ridge, IL.