Paraxanthine is the main metabolite of caffeine in humans and a methylxanthine stimulant related to caffeine, theobromine, and theophylline. It is being studied as a caffeine alternative because it may offer alertness, focus, and exercise benefits with fewer side effects including anxiety or jitters. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a natural source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include 1 and 7-Dimethylxanthine. Its PubChem CID is 4687.
Paraxanthine
| CAS No | 611-59-6 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C7H8N4O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 180.16 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 1,7-dimethyl-3H-purine-2,6-dione |
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Paraxanthine is the main metabolite of caffeine in humans and a methylxanthine stimulant related to caffeine, theobromine, and theophylline. It is being studied as a caffeine alternative because it may offer alertness, focus, and exercise benefits with fewer side effects including anxiety or jitters.
The listed CAS number is 611-59-6.
The listed molecular formula is C7H8N4O2.
The listed molecular weight is 180.16 g/mol.
1,7-dimethyl-3H-purine-2,6-dione.
The source lists 1 and 7-Dimethylxanthine.