Problem
Caffeine abuse
Other Names:
CaffeinismCaffeine intoxication
Nature:
Excess drinking of coffee and tea may lead to addiction to caffeine as a stimulant, resulting in tension, headache, insomnia, racing heart and in severe cases, malnutrition through loss of appetite. Caffeine is used medically in tablet form as a stimulant, against headache and in certain cases for the treatment of asthma, but its abuse induces tolerance and mental dependence. Caffeine abuse, which is often coupled with nicotine abuse, may go unrecognized because coffee drinking is commonplace and socially acceptable; it is fully recognized as a drug problem.
Incidence:
According to a 1991 FDA report, the average American consumes 200 mg of caffeine (2-3 cups of coffee) per day.
Broader Problems:
Substance abuseHealth hazards from coffee, tea, cocoa and spices Related Problems:
AsthmaHeadacheTobacco smokingYouth smokingExcessive consumption of sugar Aggravates:
SnoringDizzinessOsteoporosisGastric ulcersMental tensionLoss of appetiteUrinary incontinenceSudden unexpected infant death Strategies:
Whitening teeth Subject(s):
Health Care → PharmacySocietal Problems → Addiction, drug abuse
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems Date of last update
04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST