Huang Qin Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Hawaii Pharm
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Huang Qin against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Huang Qin is a dietary supplement by Hawaii Pharm with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for inflammation, allergies, anxiety and sleep.Based on those ingredients, 946 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Scutellaria baicalensis Root Extract, Dry. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Huang Qin by Hawaii Pharm
Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
Huang Qin contains one active ingredient: Scutellaria baicalensis root extract (Baikal skullcap). This traditional herb has been used in Asian medicine for various purposes.
The liquid formula also contains alcohol, water, and glycerin as inactive ingredients to deliver the extract.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence we hold doesn't establish whether Baikal skullcap works for the conditions listed on this product—hay fever, anxiety, atherosclerosis, ADHD, prostate cancer, and headache. All are rated insufficient reliable evidence, meaning we don't have solid data yet showing the extract meaningfully helps with any of them.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
When taken by mouth, Baikal skullcap is generally well tolerated in the short term. The most common side effects are digestive—abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting—plus skin reactions in some people.
Rare but serious concerns include liver damage and a lung condition called hypersensitivity pneumonitis, which was linked to a specific branded product; symptoms include fever, cough, shortness of breath, and weight loss. The safety data aren't strong enough to recommend this product during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
The product label advises against both.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking this, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you use blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (increased bleeding risk), blood pressure medications (risk of too-low blood pressure), diabetes drugs (risk of low blood sugar), liver enzyme substrates processed by CYP2C19 or CYP1A2 (drug levels could rise), hormone replacement therapy, antithyroid drugs, or lithium.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Baikal skullcap is used in traditional medicine, but human safety and effectiveness data are sparse. If you take any medications—especially blood thinners, blood pressure drugs, diabetes medications, or anything your liver breaks down—check them against the interaction tool before you start.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 24, 2023.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Huang Qin, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Hawaii Pharm |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 840253628398 |
| Net contents | 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Oct 24, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 301690 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Huang Qin by Hawaii Pharm, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Scutellaria baicalensis Root Extract, Dry | 983 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Alcohol, Water, Glycerin
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Brand IP Statement(s)
Hawaii Pharm Herbal Extract Highest quality since 2008
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: Shake well before using. For adults add about 20-30 drops (0.7-1 mL, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) to some juice or water, up to 4 times a day.
Precautions
Warning: We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking.
Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.
Consult your physician before giving to children under 18, during pregnancy, if nursing or taking medications.
Consult your physician before giving to children under 18, during pregnancy, if nursing or taking medications.
May affect the ability to drive and operate machinery. May have contraindications, can cause side effects and adverse reactions. Do not use if seal is broken or missing.
Keep out of the reach of children!
Storage
Store in a cool dry place.
Seals/Symbols
cGMP Made in compliance with cGMP 21 CFR 111 in an FDA registered and inspected facility.
Organic Alcohol Based USA Made in United States of America
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This product has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
General Statements
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Formula
Scutellaria baicalensis
Organic Alcohol Based
Formulation
Only natural ingredients Purity is laboratory tested and verified
All the raw materials are gluten-free by their nature No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives
Not tested on animals
Organic Alcohol Based
Made in USA, Hawaii
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
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Huang Qin by Hawaii Pharm label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Huang Qin by Hawaii Pharm
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size0.7 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.
Scutellaria baicalensis Root Extract, Dry
Interacts with946 drugs
Baikal skullcap is a traditional Chinese herb (Huang Qin) used for inflammation, allergies, and infections, with active compounds like baicalin and ba...
Scutellaria baicalensis Root Extract, Dry monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Alcohol, Water, Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Huang Qin by Hawaii Pharm Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Huang Qin by Hawaii Pharm, which contains Baikal skullcap root extract, interacts with multiple medication types.
The most serious concern is with blood thinners (anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs), where the extract may increase bleeding risk.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Baikal skullcap may lower blood pressure through one of its constituents, so taking it alongside blood pressure medications (antihypertensive drugs) could cause a dangerous drop. It may also boost the effects of diabetes medications, raising the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia).
Additionally, the extract theoretically inhibits two liver enzymes (CYP2C19 and CYP1A2) that break down many common drugs—meaning levels of those drugs could build up in your system and become too high.
Other Moderate-severity concerns include hormone replacement therapy (the extract has estrogen-like activity), antithyroid drugs (where effects could add up), and lithium (the extract's diuretic properties may reduce how your kidneys clear it). Altogether, these interactions span 946 individual medications.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Huang Qin interact with 946 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Huang Qin interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Scutellaria baicalensis Root Extract, Dry
AbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap might increase the risk of bleeding when used concomitantly with anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 2c19 (cyp2c19) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap might increase the risk of bleeding when used concomitantly with anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Abrocitinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Baikal skullcap with antidiabetes drugs might enhance blood glucose lowering effects.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of Baikal skullcap with antihypertensive drugs might have additive effects and increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap might increase the risk of bleeding when used concomitantly with anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCns Depressants, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap might cause additive therapeutic and adverse effects when used concomitantly with drugs with sedative properties.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCns Depressants, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap might cause additive therapeutic and adverse effects when used concomitantly with drugs with sedative properties.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCns Depressants, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap might cause additive therapeutic and adverse effects when used concomitantly with drugs with sedative properties.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan HbrVicks Formula 44M Cough, Cold & Flu Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cns Depressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, DextromethorphanCoricidin II Extra Strength Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan HydrobromideCoricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PhenylpropanolamineMulti Symptom Cold Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PseudoephedrineChildren's Tylenol Cold Plus Cough, Tylenol Cold Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, SalicylamideRhinogesic GG
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, PhenylephrineAlka-Seltzer PLUS, Histex SR, Protid
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, SalicylamideRhinogesic, Rhinogesic JR
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineAlumadrine, Conex, Sinadrin Max Strength, Sinulin
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Huang Qin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, DryCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
Read the full Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Dry + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Huang Qin with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Scutellaria baicalensis Root Extract, Dry
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap might increase the risk of bleeding when used concomitantly with anticoagulant and antiplatelet drugs.
Preliminary clinical research suggests that taking capsules containing a combination of astragalus, goldthread, and Baikal skullcap daily for 4 weeks inhibits platelet aggregation; the effect seems to be similar to that of aspirin 50 mg daily. It is unclear if this effect is due to Baikal skullcap, other ingredients, or the combination.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, concomitant use of Baikal skullcap with antidiabetes drugs might enhance blood glucose lowering effects.
Baicalein, a constituent of Baikal skullcap, has alpha-glucosidase inhibitory activity in vitro. Animal research also suggests that Baikal skullcap enhances the antidiabetic effects of metformin. However, in a small human study, taking Baikal skullcap extract did not enhance the antidiabetic effects of metformin, although it did modestly lower glucose levels during an oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT). Until more is known, use cautiously.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, concomitant use of Baikal skullcap with antihypertensive drugs might have additive effects and increase the risk of hypotension.
Animal research suggests that baicalein, a constituent of Baikal skullcap, might lower blood pressure.
Antithyroid Drugs
Theoretically, concomitant use of Baikal skullcap and antithyroid drugs may result in additive activity and increase the risk of hypothyroidism.
In an animal hyperthyroid model, Baikal skullcap improved levels of triiodothyronine (T3), thyroxine (T4), and thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). The clinical significance of this effect is unclear.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap may increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 enzymes.
In vitro evidence suggests that constituents of Baikal skullcap inhibit the activity of CYP1A2. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Cytochrome P450 2C19 (Cyp2C19) Substrates
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP2C19 enzymes.
In vitro evidence suggest that wogonin, a constituent of Baikal skullcap, modestly inhibits the activity of CYP2C19 enzymes. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Estrogens
Theoretically, concomitant use of large amounts of Baikal skullcap might interfere with hormone replacement therapy, due to competition for estrogen receptors.
In vitro evidence suggests that Baikal skullcap has estrogenic activity.
Lithium
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap might reduce lithium excretion and increase serum levels of lithium.
Baikal skullcap is thought to have diuretic properties, which may reduce lithium excretion. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.
Alcohol (Ethanol)
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap might potentiate the sedative effects of alcohol.
In vitro and animal research suggests that Baikal skullcap binds to GABA-A receptors and causes sedation. Theoretically, Baikal skullcap might potentiate the sedative effects of alcohol. Preliminary clinical research has not identified clinically relevant sedation after use of Baikal skullcap; however, a thorough evaluation of safety outcomes has not been conducted.
Cns Depressants
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap might cause additive therapeutic and adverse effects when used concomitantly with drugs with sedative properties.
In vitro and animal research suggests that Baikal skullcap binds to GABA-A receptors and causes sedation. Theoretically, Baikal skullcap might cause additive therapeutic and adverse effects when used concomitantly with drugs with sedative properties. Preliminary clinical research has not identified clinically relevant sedation after use of Baikal skullcap; however, a thorough evaluation of safety outcomes has not been conducted.
Organic Anion-Transporting Polypeptide Substrates (Oatp)
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap might alter the levels and clinical effects of OATP substrates.
Some pharmacokinetic research shows that baicalin, a constituent of Baikal skullcap, can decrease plasma levels of rosuvastatin. The mechanism is thought to involve stimulation of the activity of the organic anion-transporting polypeptide 1B1 (OATP1B1), which transports rosuvastatin into the liver. This decreases plasma levels of the drug, but increases levels at the site of action in the liver. The degree to which rosuvastatin levels are affected depends on the OATP1B1 haplotype of the individual. Baikal skullcap might also affect other OATP1B1 substrates.
P-Glycoprotein Substrates
Theoretically, Baikal skullcap might increase levels of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein.
In vitro and animal research suggests that baicalein, oroxylin A, and wogonin, constituents of Baikal skullcap, can inhibit P-glycoprotein. This effect has not been reported in humans.
Brand information
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Hawaii Pharm
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- Hawaii Pharm LLC
- Street Address
- 510 Sumner St. Ste. 613
- City
- Honolulu
- State
- HI
- ZipCode
- 96817
- Phone Number
- 888-854-2924
- Web Address
- www.hawaiipharm.com
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Baikal Skullcap 34 references
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