Knowledge, Consumption Pattern, and Adverse Effects of Energy Drinks among Asian Population: A Cross-Sectional Analysis from Malaysia
Table 5
Evaluation on the adverse effects experienced from ED consumption, attempt to quit ED, and withdrawal symptoms experienced in the attempt to quit ED.
Side effects experienced
Number of subjects (%)
Chest pain
105 (20.4)
Palpitations
203 (39.4)
Insomnia
245 (47.6)
Headaches
274 (53.2)
Chronic fatigue
71 (13.8)
Tooth decay
77 (15.0)
Lack of rest
294 (57.1)
Constipation
176 (34.2)
Diuresis
175 (34.0)
Nervousness
254 (49.3)
Others
6 (1.2)
Tried quitting consuming energy drink?
Yes
227 (44.1)
No
288 (55.9)
If you used to drink energy drinks a lot then you quit for a while, did you suffer from any withdrawal symptoms (e.g. strong craving, headache, irritability, fatigue)?
