Xanthines Inhibit The Neurotransmitter Adenosine
Xanthines are a class of chemical compounds that have a profound effect on the human nervous system by inhibiting the neurotransmitter adenosine. Adenosine is a naturally occurring molecule in the brain that promotes relaxation, reduces neuronal activity, and induces sleepiness. By blocking adenosine receptors, xanthines, which include well-known substances such as caffeine, theobromine, and theophylline, … Read more