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A new model to prevent or manage caffeine withdrawal after surgery – News-Medical.Net
Millions of people consume caffeine in coffee, tea, sodas and energy drinks, but when they go without, the withdrawal symptoms can include drowsiness, difficulty…
Millions of people consume caffeine in coffee, tea, sodas and energy drinks, but when they go without, the withdrawal symptoms can include drowsiness, difficulty concentrating and intense headaches. This can be a severe problem for surgery patients, who can’t eat or drink anything for hours before their procedures (NPO status). As a result, caffeine withdrawal can cause major side effects, complicate treatment and extend hospital stays.
In a review published online on April 28 in the journal Food…
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