Tag: Stimulant depressant

In 2010, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a ban on pre-packaged caffeinated alcoholic beverages, solidifying a critical public safety stance. The core reason why caffeine is not in alcohol is the dangerously misleading interaction between a central nervous system stimulant and a depressant.

Studies consistently show that caffeine does not reduce the actual effects of alcohol on your body. The widespread belief that coffee can sober you up is a dangerous myth, as the stimulant effects of caffeine simply mask the depressant effects of alcohol. This creates a state of 'wide-awake drunkenness' that can lead to hazardous decision-making and increased risks.