Huang Chen | Medicinal Plant in Akhdar Encyclopedia
Traditionally used for inflammation and fever. Study results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
Plant name
Huang Chen
Latin name
Scutellaria baicalensis
Common names
Huang Chen
foreign names
Scutellaria baicalensis
The group
Lamiaceae
Habitat and Geographic Distribution
China and East Asia
Botanical description
A plant species belonging to the Lamiaceae family, the scientific name Scutellaria baicalensis is used as an accurate reference to avoid confusion with similar popular names.
Used part
root
chemical components
Baikalin and Baikalin
Properties and medical uses
Traditionally used for inflammation and fever.
Study results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
pharmaceutical forms
Preparations from the root may be available as tea, powder, or standardized extract depending on the plant and local regulations; dosages vary drastically between forms and are not inferred from this record.
Side effects and precautions
Reports of liver damage and potential interactions with sedatives and other medications.
Consult a healthcare professional if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have liver or kidney disease, or are taking chronic medications.
the environment
China and East Asia
Agriculture and productivity
The aforementioned native environment and the requirements of the Scutellaria baicalensis species are taken into account, with botanically documented propagation material obtained and collection of threatened wild species avoided.
History and Heritage
China and East Asia.
This traditional usage illustrates the historical context and does not, on its own, prove therapeutic efficacy.
Medical note
This is educational content and does not constitute medical advice.
Do not consume any unidentified plant, do not stop taking prescribed medication, and contact emergency services or a poison control center if poisoning is suspected.
تنبيه صحي
هذه المعلومات للتثقيف ولا تمثل وصفة علاجية.
استشر طبيباً أو صيدلانياً قبل استخدام أي نبات طبي، خاصة أثناء الحمل أو الرضاعة أو عند تناول أدوية مزمنة.
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