I too followed windyshores but having no idea one could request a slower infusion, went with the regular timing. I started drinking water 3 hours before the scheduled infusion and swilled the last 16 ounces as I went out the door. Water was a challenge as I rarely drink it and have been a lifelong milk drinker. I also took 1000 mg of acetaminophen that morning and a Claritin tablet the night before. Continued drinking water all day after the infusion and had no side effects other than a craving for Thai food which may not be related.