Baicalin is a flavone found in several species in the genus Scutellaria, including Scutellaria lateriflora (blue skullcap). It is a component of Chinese medicinal herb Huang-chin (Scutellaria baicalensis) and one of the chemical ingredients of Sho-Saiko-To, an herbal supplement. Baicalin is a known prolyl endopeptidase inhibitor, induces apoptosis in pancreatic cancer cells, and affects the GABA receptors.

1. Baicalin can promote secretion of bile, and promote movements of extra body intestines.
2. Baicalin has anti-histamine effect, and can inhibit edema caused by carrageenin.
3. Baicalin has anti-allergenic and anti-toxin effect.
4. Baicalin can enhance spectrum antibiotic.
5. Baicalin can prevents atherosclerosis.
6. Baicalin have anti-hepatitis B virus effect.

1.Used to treat respiratory infections, hay fever, and fever. It is also used for gastrointestinal (GI) infections,  livers problems including viral hepatitis and jaundice.
2.It for kidney infections, Pelvic inflammation, and sores or swelling. It is also used for scarlet fever, headache, irritability, red eyes, flushed face, seizures, hysteria, nervous tension, and to relieve a bitter taste in the mouth.
3.The active ingredient in Baikal skullcap, baicalin, is used in combination with Honeysuckle Forsythia to treat upper respiratory tract infections. In combination with other herbs, Baikal skullcap is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD),a lung condition called bronchiolitis, arthritis and hemorrhoids.
4. Sometimes applied to the skin for psoriasis.