.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.C_CardiovascularSystem.C03B_LowCeilingDiureticsExclThiazides.C03BD01_Theobromine.Theobromine .Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.C_CardiovascularSystem.C03B_LowCeilingDiureticsExclThiazides.C03BD01_Theobromine.Theobromine| name: | Theobromine |
| ATC code: | C03BD01 | route: | oral |
| n-compartments | 1 |
Theobromine is a methylxanthine alkaloid naturally found in cacao beans and chocolate products. It is known for its mild stimulant effects, bronchodilator action, and diuretic properties, acting similarly but less potently than caffeine. Theobromine is not widely used as a pharmaceutical agent today and does not have major current medical indications; it is most relevant for its presence in food. It is not approved as a prescription medication in most countries.
Pharmacokinetics reported in healthy adult volunteers after single oral dose.
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