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If i take caffeinated energy drinks, much coffee, or "energy now" tablets, and take them mon-fri alone (none su/sa), is addiction likely?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Quantity?: You didn't tell us your usage. Consider clarifying and re-asking your question.

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/17/2014

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