Caffeine

Caffeine

Caffeine is a methylxanthine alkaloid naturally found in various plant parts that acts as an antagonist at central adenosine receptors at relevant physiological concentrations. It is used to increase alertness. It is also used in to prevent and treat pulmonary complications of premature birth.

1,3,7-trimethyl-3,7-dihydro-1H-purine-2,6-dione | 1,3,7-trimethylpurine-2,6-dione | 1,3,7-trimethylxanthine | 3,7-dihydro-1,3,7-trimethyl-1H-purine-2,6-dione | CAF | caffein | caffeine | guaranine