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Could you tell me what happens to caffeine when you're sleeping?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

It is still being: Metabolized as you sleep.

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Answered 8/21/2013

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A member asked:

Could you tell me what happens to caffeine when you're sleeping?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Pappas agreed

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