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- All Minecraft effect IDs — the full searchable list.
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- Haste — another beneficial effect.
- Strength — another beneficial effect.
- Minecraft enchantment IDs — enchant your gear instead.
Instant Health Effect ID (minecraft:instant_health)
Instant Health is a beneficial (positive) status effect in Minecraft Java Edition 1.21.
Namespaced effect ID
minecraft:instant_health
Instant Health Effect Facts
CategoryBeneficial
Legacy ID (1.12.2)6
/effect Command for Instant Health
Give Instant Health II for 60 seconds (Java Edition 1.13+; duration in seconds, then amplifier where 0 = level I):
/effect give @p minecraft:instant_health 60 1
Remove the effect from the nearest player:
/effect clear @p minecraft:instant_health
About the Instant Health Effect
Instant Health restores 4 health (2 hearts) per level the moment it is applied, the fastest burst healing in the game.
How to Get Instant Health in Survival
Brew a Potion of Healing from an awkward potion and a glistering melon slice, then upgrade to Healing II with glowstone dust. Splash versions heal teammates and pets, and arrows of healing apply it at range.
Using Instant Health Well
Instant effects ignore the usual limits: Healing II restores 8 health instantly, which saves runs when regeneration would be too slow. Remember the undead reversal: healing potions damage zombies, skeletons, and the Wither, which turns them into weapons.
Instant Health Effect FAQ
What is the effect ID for Instant Health?
The effect ID for Instant Health is minecraft:instant_health. Java Edition 1.13+ /effect commands use this namespaced form. On Java 1.12.2 and earlier the numerical ID was 6.
How do I give myself the Instant Health effect?
Run /effect give @p minecraft:instant_health 60 1 to get Instant Health II for 60 seconds. The first number is the duration in seconds; the second is the amplifier (0 = level I, 1 = level II). Remove it with /effect clear @p minecraft:instant_health.
Is Instant Health a positive or negative effect?
Instant Health is a beneficial (positive) status effect in Minecraft Java Edition, based on its registry category (beneficial).
How much does Instant Health heal?
Level I restores 4 health (2 hearts) instantly and level II restores 8 health (4 hearts). Higher levels exist through commands, each doubling the pattern.
Do healing potions hurt undead mobs?
Yes. Instant Health damages undead mobs such as zombies, skeletons, wither skeletons, and the Wither itself, while Instant Damage heals them. Splash Healing II is a real weapon against undead packs.