Chinese Skullcap
Scutellaria baicalensis
A 'heat-clearing' TCM root (huang qin) rich in baicalin, studied for inflammation and antimicrobial effects.
Traditional use (tcm): A 'heat-clearing' TCM root (huang qin) rich in baicalin, studied for inflammation and antimicrobial effects.
A 'heat-clearing' TCM root (huang qin) rich in baicalin, studied for inflammation and antimicrobial effects.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A 'heat-clearing' TCM root (huang qin) rich in baicalin, studied for inflammation and antimicrobial effects.
Evidence strength: preclinical.
- See the evidence level above
- Rare liver-injury reports (often in combination products); bleeding and drug-metabolism effects.
- Liver disease
Rare liver-injury reports (often in combination products); bleeding and drug-metabolism effects.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.