Pharmacological effects and application of caffeine / 医学研究生学报

ABSTRACT

Caffeine is a major ingredient of daily beverages including coffee, tea, coca-cola, et al, as well as one of most widely used drugs in the world. Caffeine is the stimulant of central nervous system and has positive effect on cardiovascular system. Moreover, it is able to promote secretion of gastric acid and alleviate migraine. It also play the wide-ranging roles in the other systems of the body. So, making a thorough investigation on caffeine not only has clinical significances, but also give a beneficial guide to the health and life. This review aims at highlighting the pharmacological effects of caffeine and exploring the relationship between the body and caffeine.