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Wake Ups Information

Wake Ups (Caffeine) is used to occasionally help you stay awake and alert when you feel tired or drowsy. The drug also promotes alertness, increases endurance, and enhances cognitive and motor performance. Stimulants like Caffeine increase activity in your brain and nervous system. It can make you feel refreshed and focused.

Wake Ups Side Effects

The most common side effects of Wake Ups may include trouble sleeping; acid reflux; stomach upset; vomiting; increased urination; Call your doctor right away if you have any of the serious side effects, such as:
• Dizziness;
• Signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, trouble breathing, or itching and swelling of the face, tongue, or throat

Wake Ups Precautions

Do not use Wake Ups if you are allergic to Caffeine or other ingredients in this medication. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, including if you have heart disease; have mental disorders; have stomach ulcers; have liver disease; have high blood pressure; think you may be pregnant or plan to become pregnant; are breastfeeding, or are planning to breastfeed. Tell your doctor about all the medications you take, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be a drug interaction between Wake Ups and other medications, like theophylline; phenytoin; ketoconazole; ephedrine;. Do not use Wake Ups if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant without informing your doctor. It is not known if this medication will harm your unborn baby. Do not use Wake Ups while breastfeeding without talking to your doctor. Caffeine passes into your breastmilk and may harm nursing infants. It is not known if this drug is safe for use in children under the age of 12. It may harm them. Use your medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take the pills by mouth. This drug should be taken as needed and not on a regular basis. You may have withdrawal symptoms if you suddenly stop using Wake Ups tablets. Withdrawal is more likely if you have used caffeine for a long time or in high doses. This medication may not work well when used for an extended period. Avoid mixing caffeine pills with energy drinks or carbonated drinks. They can increase the risk of overdose. Avoid taking caffeine pills close to a time when you are trying to sleep. If you are not getting enough sleep, it may be best to avoid caffeine pills. You may slip into a cycle of taking pills to stay away, which interferes with your sleep and leads to a sleep deficit. Store this medication at room temperature and keep it out of the reach of children.

Do I need a prescription to order Wake Ups?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order Wake Ups.