Caffeine Side Effects and Withdrawal
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Caffeine side effects and withdrawal are very common and may go unnoticed by many people. Typically, people relate caffeine to soft drinks, coffee and tea but caffeine is also present in many drugs, including over-the-counter pain killers.
If a consumer is unsure if the prescription he is taking contains caffeine, the information may be obtained by checking a list or website devoted to prescription drug facts as well as reading the information enclosed in the drug’s package. It is also relatively easy to access a prescription drugs list that will show drugs that contain caffeine.
Side Effects Related to Intoxication or Abuse
A person that ingests too much caffeine may experience the following side effects: nervousness, headache, upset stomach, increased heart rate, elevated blood pressure, bed wetting, anxiety, heartburn and irregular heartbeat. Additional side effects include irritability, poor concentration, GI irritation, agitation, fatigue, nutritional deficiencies, increased cholesterol, tremors, diarrhea, insomnia, dizziness and depression.
A common thing to do when suffering from the overuse of caffeine is to reduce intake or eliminate it altogether. However, consumers should be aware that there are also caffeine withdrawal symptoms. They include symptoms such as headache, runny nose, constipation, craving, nausea, anxiety, , irritability, vomiting, nervousness, insomnia, cramps, shakiness, fatigue, ringing in the ears, dizziness, depression, drowsiness, feeling cold and hot, apathy, an inability to concentrate, or pressure headache.
If an individual is suffering from caffeine overuse as a result of drinking beverages, then tapering off the drug will help to reduce the caffeine side effects, but if the caffeine has been taken in drug form it is best to consult with a doctor or pharmacist.
