EGCG-PALMITATE COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF

摘要

Modified green tea polyphenol compositions and their methods of use in treating influenza viruses are provided. An exemplary green tea polyphenol includes (-)-epigallocatechin-3-gallate that can be esterified with a C₁-C₃₀ group in at least one position. The modified green tea polyphenols can be used to prevent influenza viruses without coming into contact with the viral cell.