Caffeine citrate

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Caffeine Citrate

Caffeine citrate is a stimulant used in the medical field, primarily for the treatment of apnea of prematurity (AOP). It is a citrate salt of caffeine, and it is often used in neonatal medicine due to its properties that stimulate the central nervous system (CNS).

Pronunciation

Caffeine citrate is pronounced as "ka-FEEN SIT-rate".

Etymology

The term "caffeine" is derived from the German word "kaffee" and the French word "café", both directly translating to "coffee". The term "citrate" is derived from citric acid, which was first isolated from lemon juice by Swedish chemist Carl Wilhelm Scheele in 1784.

Usage

Caffeine citrate is primarily used to treat apnea of prematurity (AOP) in infants. It works by stimulating the CNS, thereby improving respiration. It is also used off-label for other conditions, such as migraine headaches and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Related Terms

  • Stimulant: A substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.
  • Apnea: A temporary cessation of breathing, especially during sleep.
  • Central nervous system (CNS): The complex of nerve tissues that controls the activities of the body. In vertebrates, it comprises the brain and spinal cord.
  • Migraine: A recurrent throbbing headache that typically affects one side of the head and is often accompanied by nausea and disturbed vision.
  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): A chronic condition including attention difficulty, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness.

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