Abstract:
Inhibitors of 5 alpha-reductase may be effective in the treatment of 5 alpha-dihydrotestosterone-dependent abnormalities, such as benign prostate hyperplasia, prostate cancer, and certain skin diseases. The green tea catechins, (-)epigallocatechin-3-gallate and (-)epicatechin-3-gallate, but not (-)epicatechin and (-)epigallocatechin, are potent inhibitors of type 1 but not type 2 5 alpha-reductase. (-)Epigallocatechin-3-gallate also inhibits accessory sex gland growth in the rat. These results suggest that certain tea gallates can regulate androgen action in target organs.
Author:
Liao S; Hiipakka RA
Source:
Biochem Biophys Res Commun, 1995 Sep 25, 214:3, 833-8
Address:
Ben May Institute, University of Chicago, IL 60637, USA.
Language:
English
Unique Identifier:
96024574
