Description
[ CAS No. ] 491-67-8
[ Molecular Formula ] C15H10O5
[ Molecular Weight ] 270.24
[ Appearance ] Light yellow powder
[ Density ] 1.548 g/cm3
[ Melting Point ] 264-265ºC
[ Boiling Point ] 575.9ºC at 760 mmHg
[ Flash Point ] 225.2ºC
[ Vapor Pressure ] 8.55E-18mmHg at 25°C
[ Function ] Improve cerebral blood circulation
About Baicalein
Baicalein is extracted from Scutellaria altissima L.
Baicalin is a known prolyl endopeptidase inhibitor, induces apoptosis in pancreatic cancer cells,and affects the GABA receptors.
Pharmacological Action
The flavonoid baicalin inhibits superantigen-induced inflammatory cytokines and chemokines.
1.It has antioxidant activity so it has anti-inflammatory effects, anti-HIV activity, apoptosis induction and inibition of colon aberrant crypts
2.It also has functions on inhibition of cancer cell proliferation; protecting bone marrow, promoting hemopoiesis, and protecting the intestines from adverse chemotherapy effects .