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Caffeine is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Migraine, Respiratory Distress Syndrome. Secondary and off-label uses of Caffeine have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Caffeine. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Caffeine as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Caffeine are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Caffeine's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Caffeine has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Caffeine related warnings section.
Caffeine can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Caffeine in conditions like Peptic Ulcer, Heart Disease, Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Caffeine contraindications section.
Besides this, Caffeine may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Caffeine is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Caffeine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Caffeine safe for pregnant women?
Caffeine has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Caffeine safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Caffeine as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Caffeine on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Caffeine on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Caffeine on the Liver?
Using Caffeine does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Caffeine on the Heart?
Caffeine is completely safe for the heart.
Caffeine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Caffeine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Caffeine habit forming or addictive?
Caffeine can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Caffeine does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Caffeine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Caffeine is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Caffeine
You can take Caffeine with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Caffeine
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Caffeine as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 488