Second, we are investigating how adenosine receptor stimulation impacts psychostimulant-induced behaviors (i.e. drug taking and relapse). Third, we are analyzing the mechanisms by which adenosine and ...

Caffeine and other methylxanthines can block the effects of adenosine and should be avoided 24 hours prior to use for stress testing. Also, persantine is similar in mechanism of action ...

Exploration of adenosine mechanism revealed adenosine receptors as a potentially useful target of therapy in RA.

Introduction It has been shown that caffeine promotes vigilance, attention, mood and arousal 5. The potential mechanisms of caffeine’s action include its role as an adenosine receptor antagonist that ...