Theobromine is the principal bitter alkaloid of the cacao bean. It has been used in various pharmaceutical products as vasodilator, diuretic and as heart stimulant. Theobromine is consumed in cocoa, chocolate and in various forms of chocolate-based foods. It is also present in small amounts in green coffee beans, tea, mate and the kola nut.
Teobromina molecular structure diagram from the DrugsPRO substance library.
Classification
Chemical: Xanthine
Psychoactive: Nootropic
Psychoactive: Stimulant
Effects
Elevated Heart Rate
Vasodilation
Sweating
Trembling
Headache
Stimulation
Talkativeness
Alertness Enhancement
Wakefulness
Motivation Enhancement
Anxiety
Euphoria
Light Sensitivity
Appetite Suppression
Tactile Enhancement
Increased Libido
Auditory Enhancement
Brightness Enhancement
Routes of Administration
Oral
Dosage
Common: 200-300 mg
Heavy: 600 mg
Light: 100-200 mg
Strong: 300-600 mg
Duration
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Harm Reduction
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Sources
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Theobromine: Theobromine is the principal bitter alkaloid of the cacao bean. It has been used in various pharmaceutical products as vasodilator, diuretic and as heart stimulant. Theobromine is consumed in cocoa, chocolate and in various forms of chocolate-based foods. It is also present in small amo