Preferred Label : Huang Lian;
NCIt synonyms : Rhizoma Coptidis;
NCIt definition : A Chinese herb of a desiccated root from the plant Coptis chinensis. Although the
mechanism of action remains to be fully elucidated, Huang Lian has antibacterial,
antifungal, and antiprotozoal activities. In addition, this herb exhibits antioxidant
property that influences positively on lipid metabolism, cause dilation of blood vessels,
and may slow the growth of tumor cells. This herb contains rich amount of phytogens,
such as berberine, palmatine, jatrorrhizine, columbamine, geniposide, and anti-HIV
compound baicalin, which might explain the broad effects of this herb. Huang Lian
is commonly used to treat diarrhea or dysentery in Chinese medicine.;
Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: A Chinese herb that has been used as a treatment for a variety of medical
problems. It is being studied as an anticancer drug.;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000045010;
Origin ID : C2626;
UMLS CUI : C0696725;
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