Compound Monograph
Theophylline
A methylxanthine purine alkaloid found in tea and coffee, a bronchodilator and central stimulant.
Classification
Theophylline is one of the purine alkaloids (xanthines), part of the alkaloids class. Nitrogen-containing, often bitter and physiologically potent compounds — the group behind many of the strongest plant medicines and poisons.
Where Does It Come From? (4)
Theophylline is one of the purine alkaloids (xanthines), found in Coffee, Guarana, Tea and 1 other source.