What is Caffeine?
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Caffeine is a mild stimulant found in a range of popular drinks such as tea, coffee, and carbonated soft drinks. It has positive effects on mental alertness and concentration. Overuse can cause anxiety and insomnia, however. Some 90% of Americans use caffeine every day.
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How do members experience Caffeine?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fatigue | 85 | 22 | |
| Excessive daytime sleepiness (somnolence) | 37 | 16 | |
| Headaches | 24 | 4 | |
| Problems concentrating | 12 | 2 | |
| Difficulty waking up | 10 | 1 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Insomnia | 6 | |
| Anxious mood | 3 | |
| Jittery feeling | 3 | |
| Thirst | 3 | |
| Bowel urgency | 2 | |
| Dehydration | 2 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 13 | |
| Mild | 18 | |
| None | 16 |
Member evaluations
LadySirona
evaluated on Apr 11, 2018
- Perceived effectiveness for excessive daytime sleepiness (somnolence): Major
- Side effects: None
chasmengr
evaluated on Sep 15, 2016
- Perceived effectiveness for excessive daytime sleepiness (somnolence): Moderate
- Side effects: Mild
CHRISTMASdaily
evaluated on Jan 04, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for headaches: Can't tell
- Side effects: None
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