DMPX

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DMPX (3,7-Dimethyl-1-propargylxanthine) is a xanthine derivative that acts as a potent and selective antagonist for the adenosine A2A receptor. It has stimulant effects in animals.

Chemistry[edit | edit source]

DMPX is a xanthine derivative. Xanthine is a purine base found in most human body tissues and fluids and in other organisms. A number of stimulants are derived from xanthine, including caffeine and theobromine.

Pharmacology[edit | edit source]

DMPX acts as an antagonist for the adenosine A2A receptor. The adenosine receptor is a class of purinergic G protein-coupled receptors with adenosine as endogenous ligand.

Effects[edit | edit source]

In animal studies, DMPX has been found to have stimulant effects. Stimulants increase activity in the central nervous system and the body.

See also[edit | edit source]

DMPX Resources
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