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Caffeine Pharmacology
FromReal Life Pharmacology - Pharmacology Education for Health Care Professionals
Caffeine Pharmacology
FromReal Life Pharmacology - Pharmacology Education for Health Care Professionals
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Length:
13 minutes
Released:
May 21, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Caffeine is a commonly used supplement and is found in many food and beverages. I discuss caffeine pharmacology, adverse effects, and drug interactions.
Caffeine can inhibit CYP1A2 and also be affected by CYP1A2 inhibitors. I discuss some examples in the podcast.
It is critical to inquire about caffeine intake when patients are reporting insomnia.
Caffeine has been associated with increases in pulse and blood pressure. Be sure to ask about caffeine intake when assessing these vital signs.
Caffeine can inhibit CYP1A2 and also be affected by CYP1A2 inhibitors. I discuss some examples in the podcast.
It is critical to inquire about caffeine intake when patients are reporting insomnia.
Caffeine has been associated with increases in pulse and blood pressure. Be sure to ask about caffeine intake when assessing these vital signs.
Released:
May 21, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
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