Does Caffeine Help When You Can't Breathe? A Medical Guide
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A 2010 Cochrane review found that caffeine acts as a mild bronchodilator for up to four hours in people with asthma. Given this, the question of whether caffeine can help when you can't breathe is a common one, especially for those experiencing mild respiratory distress. The answer depends heavily on the underlying cause of the breathing difficulty and should never replace emergency medical treatment.
