Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Baikal Skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis) has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), primarily for its purported anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, and sedative properties. In the context of migraine, its use is primarily justified by tradition rather than robust scientific validation. Historically, Baikal Skullcap has been included in herbal formulas for "clearing heat" and "calming the spirit," which may have been interpreted as treating symptoms similar to headaches, including those seen in migraine. However, there is little direct documentation in classical texts explicitly linking Baikal Skullcap to the treatment of migraine as understood in modern medicine. Scientifically, while some laboratory and animal studies have explored the neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects of Baikal Skullcap and its active compounds (such as baicalin and baicalein), there is currently no substantial clinical evidence or well-designed human studies specifically supporting its use for migraine prevention or treatment. Thus, the traditional use exists, but it is not strongly supported by modern clinical research, and the evidence rating for its efficacy in migraine is low.

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