| abstract |
Compounds of formula (I): wherein R 1 and R 4 are OR 7 , R 2 and R 3 are H or OR 7 , with the proviso that when R 2 is OR7 then R3 is H, and when R 3 is OR 7 then R 2 is H; R 5 and R 6 are independently H, OH, or OR 7 with the proviso that when R 5 is OH, R 6 is not OH; R 7 is alkyl, aryl or arylalkyl; the drawing "(a)" represents either a single or a double bond; or pharmaceutically acceptable salt(s) or prodrug (s) thereof are disclosed. These novel compounds are useful of treatment, prophylaxis, amelioration, or defence against and / or prevention of hormonal dependent conditions, cancer, and diseases and conditions associated with oxidant stress. |