SAFE
Ban Zhi Lian
Scutellaria barbata (Barbat skullcap)
Possibly Safe
V1 Verified
TCM Herbs
PubMed Studies
880
About
Ban Zhi Lian contains scutellarein and flavonoids with anti-cancer, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory effects. Used in cancer adjunct therapy in Chinese oncology.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts via multiple pharmacodynamic mechanisms consistent with Traditional Chinese Medicine polypharmacology. Primary active compounds modulate key signalling pathways including NF-kB, AMPK, and receptor-mediated pathways identified in modern pharmacological research.
📊 Effectiveness
Cancer adjunct
Evidence Grade B · 8 studies · n=640
Evidence grades: A=Strong RCT evidence · B=Good clinical trials · C=Limited trials · D=Preliminary/traditional
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Additive sedation. Hepatotoxicity with adulterated products. Pregnancy: avoid.
🏷️ Other Names
Scutellaria barbata (Barbat skullcap)