Uses
(R,R)-THC is an ERα agonist and an ERβ antagonist, with Kis of 9.0 nM and 3.6 nM for ERα and ERβ, respectively. (R,R)-THC has higher relative binding affinity for ERβ than ERα with the values of 25 and 3.6[1].
Definition
ChEBI:(R,R)-5,11-diethyl-5,6,11,12-tetrahydro-2,8-chrysenediol is a carbotetracyclic compound that is 5,6,11,12-tetrahydrochrysene substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 2 and 8 and by ethyl groups at positions 5 and 11 (the 5R,11R-stereoisomer). It is an agonist of ER-alpha and antagonist of ER-beta receptors. It has a role as an estrogen receptor antagonist, an estrogen receptor agonist, a geroprotector and a neuroprotective agent. It is a carbotetracyclic compound and a polyphenol.
