Generic name: Caffeine Citrate Injection Solution [ KAF-een ]
Brand name: Cafcit
Drug class: CNS stimulants

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 14, 2023.

Uses of Caffeine Citrate Injection Solution:

• It is used to treat premature infants who stop breathing for short periods of time.

What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Caffeine Citrate Injection Solution?

• If your child is allergic to caffeine citrate injection solution; any part of caffeine citrate injection solution; or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell the doctor about the allergy and what signs your child had.
• If your child is taking theophylline.

This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with caffeine citrate injection solution.

Tell the doctor and pharmacist about all of your child's drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for your child to take caffeine citrate injection solution with all of his/her drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug your child takes without checking with the doctor.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Caffeine Citrate Injection Solution?

• Tell all of your child's health care providers that your child is taking caffeine citrate injection solution. This includes your child's doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
• Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor.
• A very bad stomach or bowel problem called necrotizing enterocolitis has happened with caffeine citrate injection solution. Sometimes, this has been deadly. Talk with the doctor.

Related/similar drugs

theophylline, aminophylline, caffeine, Uniphyl, Vivarin, Theo-Dur, Theo-24

How is this medicine (Caffeine Citrate Injection Solution) best taken?

Give caffeine citrate injection solution as ordered by your child's doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

• It is given as an infusion into a vein over a period of time.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

• Call your child's doctor to find out what to do.

What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your child's doctor or get medical help right away if your child has any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

• Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
• A fast heartbeat.
• Black, tarry, or bloody stools.
• Throwing up.
• Swelling of belly.
• Throwing up blood or throw up that looks like coffee grounds.
• Seizures.
• Feeling sluggish.
• Restlessness.
• Shakiness.
• Passing urine more often.

What are some other side effects of Caffeine Citrate Injection Solution?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your child's doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother your child or do not go away:

• Problems with feeding.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your child's doctor. Call your child's doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

How do I store and/or throw out Caffeine Citrate Injection Solution?

• If you need to store caffeine citrate injection solution at home, talk with your child's doctor, nurse, or pharmacist about how to store it.

Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer

• If your child's symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your child's doctor.
• Do not share your child's drug with others and do not give anyone else's drug to your child.
• Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.
• Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area.
• Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. If you have any questions about caffeine citrate injection solution, please talk with your child's doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

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