Adenosine
Description
Adenosine is an Nucleoside that is comprised of one molecule of Adenine and one molecule of Ribose. It functions as an Inhibitory Neurotransmitter.
Health Benefits of Adenosine
Cardiovascular System
Adenosine may alleviate the Pain associated with Angina. [1]
Adenosine may help to control the irregular Heart rhythms associated with some types of Arrhythmias:
Exogenous Adenosine (administered via injection) may rapidly restore Heartbeat to normal in persons afflicted with acute Supraventricular Tachycardia. [2]
Adenosine exerts its cardiovascular effects by decreasing conduction through the Atroventricular Node (of the Heart).
Adenosine may inhibit abnormal Blood Clotting (i.e. it acts as an Anti-Coagulant).
Adenosine may lower serum Cholesterol levels.
Adenosine may reduce the death rate from recurrent Heart Attacks.
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