Drug details

Cafcit (caffeine citrate)

type of Phosphodiesterase Enzyme Inhibitors, Nonselective, Respiratory Stimulants

Cafcit (caffeine citrate) is a central nervous system stimulant used to treat breathing problems in premature infants. Cafcit is available in generic form.

This drug may have the following side effects:
  • hives,
  • difficulty breathing,
  • swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat,
  • loss of appetite,
  • vomiting,
  • diarrhea,
  • weakness,
  • feeding problems,
  • stomach bloating,
  • blood in the urine or stools,
  • more wet diapers than usual,
  • sweating or shivering,
  • drowsiness, and
  • seizures