Using the root of baicalin
Various herbal remedies are effective in preventing and treating influenza virus infection. Baicalin root extract is one of the most effective Chinese medicines for combating influenza virus effects. The Chinese herb baicalin combats symptoms of the common cold and influenza virus infection. The antiviral activity of baicalin is dose-dependent, indicating that the herb stimulates virus reproduction. Recent studies suggest that the herb baicalin functions as an inhibitor of neuraminidase protein with specific inhibiting activity against the various strains of influenza virus.
