Adenosine A1 Receptors

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Description

Adenosine A1 Receptors are a specific type of Adenosine Receptor.  They are present in the Nervous System throughout the entire human body.

 

These Substances Activate Adenosine A1 Receptors

Nucleic Compounds

 Adenosine binds to and activates Adenosine A1 Receptors.

 

These Substances Block (Antagonize) Adenosine A1 Receptors

Alkaloids

 Caffeine blocks (antagonizes) Adenosine A1 Receptors.

 Theophylline blocks (antagonizes) Adenosine A1 Receptors.

 

Functions of Adenosine A1 Receptors

Nervous System

 Adenosine A1 Receptors facilitate Sleep by inhibiting wakefulness-promoting Cholinergic Neurons in the Forebrain.  [1]

 

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