Chemical Composition,Pharmacological Action and Clinical Application of Scutellaria Baicalensis
Scutellaria baicalensis has a bitter taste and a cold nature.It belongs to the Spleen Meridian,Lung Meridian,Large Intestine Meridian,and Small Intestine Meridian.It has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying,drying dampness and purging fire,stopping bleeding and preventing miscarriage.Traditional Chinese medicine often uses it to treat diseases caused by damp heat and evil qi.Currently,Scutellaria baicalensis related preparations and prescriptions are commonly used in clinical practice to treat diseases such as influenza,fever,depression,acute eczema,digestive system diseases,and skin diseases.Scutellaria baicalensis con-tains various chemical components such as flavonoids,volatile oils,polysaccharides,etc.It has various pharmacological effects such as anti-inflammatory,antibacterial,antiviral,antioxidant,lipid-lowering,and hypoglycemic effects.This article elaborates on the chemical composition,pharmacological effects,and clinical applications of Scutellaria baicalensis,in order to provide reference for further research and application of Scutellaria baicalensis.
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