Scullcap (baikal skullcap)
Generic name: scullcap (baikal skullcap) [ SKUL-cap ]
Drug class:Herbal products
What is scullcap (baikal skulcap)?
Scullcap is a plant also known as Baikal Scullcap, Chinese Skullcap, Escutelaria Asiatica, Huang Qin, Huangquin, Hwanggum, Ogon, Ou-gon, Racine de Scutellaire du Lac Baïkal, Radix Scutellariae, Scutellaire, Wogon, and other names.
Scullcap taken by mouth has been used to treat arthritis, lung problems, hay fever, seizures, HIV or AIDS, and hepatitis. Scullcap applied to the skin has been used to treat psoriasis, sores or swelling, and hemorrhoids. However, scullcap has not been proven with research to be effective in treating these conditions.
It is not certain whether scullcap is effective in treating any medical condition. Medicinal use of this product has not been approved by the FDA. Scullcap should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.
Scullcap is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.
Scullcap may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on the product label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
Ask a doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider if it is safe for you to use this product if you have:
diabetes.
It is not known whether scullcap will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this product without medical advice if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether scullcap passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this product without medical advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without medical advice. An injection form of scullcap given by a qualified healthcare provider is considered possibly safe when used in children for up to 7 days.
How should I take scullcap?
When considering the use of herbal supplements, seek the advice of your doctor. You may also consider consulting a practitioner who is trained in the use of herbal/health supplements.
If you choose to use scullcap, use it as directed on the packag...
