What are the effects and functions of Scutellaria baicalensis Georgi?
The main therapeutic effects of Scutellaria baicalensis Georgi are clearing away heat and promoting diuresis, purging fire and detoxicating, and regulating the constitution of damp-heat and excessive internal fire in the body. Usually, it can be used in combination with traditional Chinese medicines such as Gardenia and Coptidis Rhizoma, and can effectively treat upper respiratory tract infection, lung heat cough and other similar diseases. It can regulate blood lipid and blood pressure to a certain extent, promote them to return to a stable state as soon as possible, and help patients with hyperlipidemia and hypertension to get relief. The medicine can also be used as a tonic for pregnant women to protect the fetus and replenish qi, so that the fetal image and condition are more stable.