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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judmgent of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
CAFFEINE TABLETS - ORAL
(kaff-EEN)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Alert, No Doz, Stay Awake, Vivarin
USES: Caffenie is a stimulant that's used to help keep you awake and alert. It is also used for certain types of headcahes.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth as directed. Do not increase the dose, take this more often than prescribed or continue usnig this for prolonged periods.
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, stomach upset, insomnia, restlessness, nervousness, tremor, headache, lightheadedness may occur. Large amounts of caffeine may aggravate ulcers, cause frequent urination, flushing, muscle twitch or irritability.
If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
Notify your doctor if you experience: dizziness, depression, rapid breathing, chest pain, confusion, fatigue.
Abrupt stopping of caffeine intake after several weeks of regular daily use may cause withdrawal symptoms such as headache, anxiety or muscle tension within 12 to 18 hours. If you notice other effcets not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: heart disease, diabetes, anxiety disorders, depression, ulcers, allergies. This medicaiton is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Since small amounts of this medication appear in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including: cimetidine, disulfiram, ciprofloxacin, enoxacin, birth conrtol pills, diet pills, decongestants, if you smoke. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist aprpoval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include stomach pain, anxiety, agitation, confusion, irregular or fast heartbeat, frequent urination, muscle twitching, ringing in the ears, trouble sleeping, and seizures.
NOTES: This medication is not a substitute for nromal sleep patterns. It is not to be tkaen on a routine basis. Be aware of the caffeine content in foods and beverages such as coffee, tea, soft drinks, cocoa and chocolate.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing shcedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to cacth up.
STORAGE: Store away from heat, light and moistrue. Do not store in the bathroom.
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