Eli5: Why is caffeine often recommended for headache relief?

359 views

Eli5: Why is caffeine often recommended for headache relief?

In: 418

24 Answers

Anonymous 0 Comments

Two things combined. First, Caffeine is a mild vasodilator, which will help blood and other pain relief medicine reach the brain a little easier. Second, it is the most common drug in the world, with some of the earliest signs of withdrawal being a headache.

You are viewing 1 out of 24 answers, click here to view all answers.