Did I Experience Caffeine Intoxication?

Did you recently consume caffeine (typically a high dose well in excess of 250 mg)?

Did you experience restlessness during or shortly after, caffeine use?

Did you experience nervousness during or shortly after, caffeine use?

Did you experience excitement during or shortly after, caffeine use?

Did you experience insomnia during or shortly after, caffeine use?

Did you have a flushed face during or shortly after, caffeine use?

Did you experience diuresis during or shortly after, caffeine use?

Did you experience gastrointestinal disturbance during or shortly after, caffeine use?

Did you experience muscle twitching during or shortly after, caffeine use?

Did you experience rambling flow of thought and speech during or shortly after, caffeine use?

Did you experience tachycardia or cardiac arrhythmia during or shortly after, caffeine use?

Did you experience periods of inexhaustibility during or shortly after, caffeine use?

Did you experience psychomotor agitation during or shortly after, caffeine use?

Did the symptoms cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational or other important areas of functioning?

Can you confirm that the symptoms are not attributable to another medical condition and are not better explained by another mental disorder, including intoxication with another substance?

Based on your answers, it is unlikely that you experienced caffeine intoxication.

While it is unlikely that you experienced caffeine intoxication, you were displaying some signs related to it. Caffeine is a stimulant that keeps you awake and alert. Technically it is a drug. In severe cases, a caffeine intoxication (or overdose) can be life-threatening. If you are not sure about the unpleasant symptoms that you are experiencing during or shortly after taking a high dose of caffeine, you should talk with your doctor.

While it is unlikely that you experienced caffeine intoxication, you were displaying some signs related to it. A caffeine intoxication happens when you take an overdose of caffeine. This can cause serious health problems, such as seizures and irregular heartbeat. Also, when you regularly consume high doses of caffeine, it can cause hormonal problems. If you suspect a caffeine overdose you need to contact your doctor immediately. Your doctor may measure your heartbeat, breathing rate and blood pressure. Your doctor will also take your temperature and possibly conduct a urine or blood test.

Unfortunately, you were displaying the symptoms typically seen among individuals who have caffeine intoxication. Seeking medical care is crucial. The treatment is focused on taking the caffeine out of your body and controlling your symptoms. You may need to take activated charcoal to prevent the caffeine from reaching your gastrointestinal tract. In case the caffeine has already entered the gastrointestinal tract, the doctor may give you a laxative or a gastric lavage. Your heart will be monitored and if necessary, you will get breathing support.