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Description: Caffeine is a bitter, white alkaloid that stimulates central nervous system.It is found in many plants, like coffee, black and green tea, cocoa, maté, guarana and cola nut.

Oral Uses

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    Caffeine alleviates symptoms. Take 200-400 mg of caffeine daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

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    Caffeine is a stimulant; helps to lose weight and to burn body fats; improves fat metabolism. Take 300-600 mg of caffeine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Athletic performance RatingRating

    Caffeine is an ergogenic aid and a stimulant; improves athletic performance; helps to burn body fats. Take 200-400 mg of caffeine 1/2-1 hour before performance.

  • Diabetes type II prevention RatingRating

    Caffeine is used for prevention. Take 200-300 mg of caffeine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

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    Caffeine is used for prevention. Take 200-300 mg of caffeine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Hypertensive RatingRatingRatingRating

    Caffeine is a hypertensive; rises blood pressure. Take 200-400 mg of caffeine daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Action - Ergogenic aid RatingRatingRating

    Caffeine is an ergogenic aid; helps to improve physical or mental performance. Take 200-400 mg of caffeine daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Action - Stimulant RatingRatingRating

    Caffeine is a stimulant; stimulates and increases body functions and energy. Take 200-400 mg of caffeine daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Action - Vasoconstrictor RatingRatingRating

    Caffeine is a vasoconstrictor; constricts blood vessels. Take 200-400 mg of caffeine daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Action - Appetite suppressant RatingRating

    Caffeine is an appetite suppressant; reduces appetite. Take 200-300 mg of caffeine daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

  • Action - Diuretic RatingRating

    Caffeine is a diuretic; increases and promotes urine flow. Take 200-300 mg of caffeine daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

Recommended Dosage

Take 200-400 mg of caffeine daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

Cautions & Side Effects

Side effects: Fast heart rate, diuresis (excessive urination), nausea and vomiting, restlessness, anxiety, depression, tremors, and insomnia. Do not use it if you are pregnant or if you have hypertension.

Available Forms

Caffeine is available in tablet and capsule form.
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