Synonym(s)
Epicatechin
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Organic flavonol derivatives, which are basic components of tannins, e.g. from oak bark extracts(cortex quercus). Catechins are also important ingredients in green and black tea, vegetables and wine.
Catechins are said to have anticarcinogenic, antioxidant, antiviral (see epigallocatechin gallate) and antibacterial properties.
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The main catechins are:
- catechin (C)
- epicatechin (EC)
- epigallocatechin (EGC)
- Epicatechin gallate (ECG)
- Tea Catechin
- Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG).
Epigallocatechin gallate is an effective local therapy for condyloma acuminta.
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The name Catechine is derived from the term 'catechu', the name of the extract of the tanner acacia 'Acacia catechu L'.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer
Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles
