Disorders due to use of caffeine

Definition

Disorders due to use of caffeine are characterised by the pattern and consequences of caffeine use. Caffeine is a mild psychostimulant and diuretic that is found in the beans of the coffee plant (Coffea species) and is a constituent of coffee, cola drinks, chocolate, a range of proprietary 'energy drinks' and weight-loss aids. It is the most commonly used psychoactive substance worldwide and several clinical conditions related to its use are described, although severe disorders are comparatively rare considering its ubiquity. Caffeine Intoxication related to consumption of relatively higher doses (i.e., > 1 g per day) is described. Caffeine Withdrawal is common upon cessation of use among individuals who have used caffeine for a prolonged period or in large amounts. Caffeine-Induced Anxiety Disorder has been described, often following intoxication or heavy use.

Exclusions

• Disorders due to use of stimulants including amphetamines, methamphetamine or methcathinone (6C46)
• Hazardous use of caffeine (QE11.5)

7 subordinate codes

• 6C48.0Episode of harmful use of caffeine
• 6C48.1Harmful pattern of use of caffeine
• 6C48.2Caffeine intoxication
• 6C48.3Caffeine withdrawal
• 6C48.4Certain specified caffeine-induced mental or behavioural disorders
• 4B4YOther specified diseases of the immune system
• 4B4ZDiseases of the immune system, unspecified

Nearby in Disorders due to substance use

• 6C40Disorders due to use of alcohol
• 6C41Disorders due to use of cannabis
• 6C42Disorders due to use of synthetic cannabinoids
• 6C43Disorders due to use of opioids
• 6C44Disorders due to use of sedatives, hypnotics or anxiolytics
• 6C45Disorders due to use of cocaine
• 6C46Disorders due to use of stimulants including amphetamines, methamphetamine or methcathinone
• 6C47Disorders due to use of synthetic cathinones