Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is the main active ingredient in tea, and the total acetylated epigallocatechin gallate (AcEGCG) is an acetylated derivative of EGCG. To provide reference for research on the drug development and action mechanisms of AcEGCG, in this paper we reviewed the pharmacological effects of two compounds from the aspects of oxidative stress, and summarized the advantages of AcEGCG in anti-oxidative ability on cell stress. © 201...