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Yet true caffeine poisoning warrants immediate medical attention.

It shows up when someone takestoo much caffeineover a short period of time, Dr. Boyer continues.

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Anyone who has a seizure after using caffeine is critically ill and needs to be evaluated immediately.

How much caffeine can be toxic?

Dr. Boyer says that a few extenuating circumstances will dictate the potential for caffeine poisoning.

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Younger individuals and those who have limited tolerance are also at risk for caffeine poisoning.

Decaf coffee contains traces of caffeine as well, at approximately15 milligramsper 16-ounce cup.

Of course, this limit will vary based on how well you tolerate caffeine.

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Of course, this limit will vary based on how well you tolerate caffeine.

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