paraxanthine

**Paraxanthine** is a naturally occurring compound and the primary metabolite of caffeine in humans. Enfinity, the branded form of paraxanthine, is marketed as a safer and more consistent alternative to caffeine for use as an energy and focus ingredient in dietary supplements. Rather than being metabolized from caffeine, it is delivered directly, bypassing the intermediate compounds (theophylline and theobromine) and purportedly reducing caffeine-associated side effects like jitters, anxiety, and crashes. Enfinity is used in energy, cognition, and performance supplements, supported by clinical and preclinical research[2][10]. Its proposed mechanism is central nervous system stimulation, similar to caffeine, but with a claimed smoother effect and reduced bitterness, making it attractive for product formulation. It is promoted for boosting energy, wakefulness, reaction speed, focus, mood, and thermogenesis[2].

Brand names

Enfinity

Other names

1,7-dimethylxanthine