Acefylline
Introduction '''Acefylline''' (INN), also known as '''7-theophyllineacetic acid''', is a stimulant drug of the xanthine chemical class. It acts as an adenosine receptor antagonist. It is combined with diphenhydramine in the pharmaceutical preparation etanautine to help offset diphenhydramine induced drowsiness.A silanol–mannuronic acid conjugate of acefylline, ''acefylline methylsilanol mannuronate'' (INCI; trade name '''Xantalgosil C''') is marketed as a lipolytic phosphodiesterase inhibitor. It is used as an ingredient in cosmeceuticals for the treatment of cellulite and as a skin conditioner.
See also * 8-Chlorotheophylline* Theophylline* Caffeine
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