| 摘要 |
The present invention is directed to a method for treatment of inflammatory disorders by inhibiting leukocyte elastase in a host in need thereof. The method includes the step of administering an effective amount of catechin, such as epigallocatechin-3-gallate or epigallocatechin, in pure form or in a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The catechin can be administered orally, topically, by injection, or by inhalation. |
