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Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
epigallocatechin gallate
Class :
Polyphenol
Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
epigallocatechin gallate
Class :
Polyphenol
Dosage Forms and Strengths:
It has been under investigated for the treatment of high blood pressure and diabetic nephropathy
Not determined
Refer to adult dosing
Actions and Spectrum:
The harmful free radical which is present in the body is neutralized due to its potent antioxidant property.
Frequency not defined
None
Black Box Warning
None
Contraindication/Caution:
None
Pregnancy Warnings:
Pregnancy category: N/A
Lactation:
Excretion of the drug in human breast milk is unknown
Pregnancy Categories:
Category A: Satisfactory and well-controlled studies show no evidence of risk to the fetus in the first trimester or in the later trimester.
<b>Category B: No evidence of risk to fetus found in animal reproduction studies and there are not enough studies on pregnant women.
Category C: Adverse effects on the fetus found with evidence in animal reproduction studies and no adequate evidence for an effect in humans, care must be taken for potential risks in pregnant women.
Category D: There is adequate data available with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite potential risks may be used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.
Category X: Drugs listed in this category clearly outweigh risks over benefits. These category drugs should be prohibited for pregnant women.
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category.
Pharmacology
Epigallocatechin gallate interacts with various cellular signaling pathways.
It also involves in signaling of molecules in cell survival, proliferation, and apoptosis.
Pharmacodynamics
Epigallocatechin gallate may give protection to neurons from oxidative stress and help to modulate neurotransmitter release.
Pharmacokinetics
Limited information available on ADME.
Administration
The administration for epigallocatechin gallate is not well known.
Patient information leaflet
Generic Name: epigallocatechin gallate
Why do we use epigallocatechin gallate?
It is used due to its potential benefits in treatment of hypertension and diabetic nephropathy observed in investigation.
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