Theophylline
Description
Theophylline is a type of Methylxanthine found in the diet and also manufactured synthetically as a Pharmaceutical Drug - it is an isomer of Theobromine.
Health Benefits of Theophylline
Cardiovascular System
Theophylline causes dilation of the Blood Vessels (i.e. it functions as a ).
Excretory System
Theophylline may increase the production of Urine (i.e. it functions as a Diuretic).
Metabolism
Theophylline may amplify (potentiate) the ability of Ephedrine to facilitate weight loss (via ) in persons afflicted with Obesity. [1]
Musculoskeletal System
Theophylline may cause relaxation of the body’s Smooth Muscles.
Nervous System
Theophylline binds to Adenosine Receptors and may thereby prevent their activation by Adenosine - Theophylline is therefore regarded as an Adenosine Receptor Antagonist. [2]
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