Drug intelligence / Profile preview

Huanglian Ejiao

Development stage
Unknown
Lead developer
Dong-E-E-Jiao
Modality
Peptides, Small Molecules
Administration
Oral
01

Overview

Huanglian Ejiao is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) formulation, primarily developed and marketed by Shandong Dong'e Ejiao Co., Ltd., based on the classic 'Huanglian Ejiao Tang' decoction first described in the *Shanghan Lun*. It is indicated for the treatment of chronic insomnia, anxiety, and irritability, conditions often associated in TCM with 'yin deficiency and fire hyperactivity' or 'heart-kidney disharmony.' The formula is a combination of *Coptis chinensis* (Huanglian), *Asini Corii Colla* (Ejiao/donkey-hide gelatin), *Scutellaria baicalensis*, *Paeonia lactiflora*, and egg yolk. Pharmacologically, Huanglian Ejiao is thought to exert its sedative and anxiolytic effects by modulating the GABAergic system (specifically GABA-A receptors) and the serotonergic system, while also reducing neuroinflammation through the inhibition of pro-inflammatory cytokines like IL-6 and TNF-alpha. It is widely available in China in modern dosage forms such as granules and capsules.

Brand names
Dong'e Ejiao
Other names
Huanglian Ejiao TangHuanglian Ejiao Decoction
02

Targets

GABRA1 (Gamma-aminobutyric acid type A receptor alpha 1 subunit)5-HT (Serotonin receptors)

Beyond the preview

Go deeper on Huanglian Ejiao.

Explore the evidence, development activity, and competitive landscape with Gosset’s full data platform.

Clinical trials

Full profile access

Follow clinical development from study design and recruitment through results.

  • Trial phase
  • Status
  • Readouts

Indications & development

Full profile access

Explore development by indication, patient population, and geography.

  • Indications
  • Development status
  • Countries

Licensing & deals

Full profile access

Trace asset ownership, licensing agreements, and commercial partnerships.

  • Partners
  • Deal terms
  • Milestones

Patents & exclusivity

Full profile access

Explore the patent landscape and regulatory exclusivity around an asset.

  • Patents
  • Expiration dates
  • Exclusivity

Competitive landscape

Full profile access

Compare development programs by target, modality, and indication.

  • Competing assets
  • Targets
  • Development stage

Research & analysis

Full profile access

Connect source evidence and development news to your research questions.

  • Publications
  • News
  • Analysis

Bring the full picture into focus.

See how Gosset can support your research on Huanglian Ejiao.

Explore the full profile

Gosset Free

Get started with Gosset.

Enter your work email and we’ll be in touch with next steps.

Work email preferred.

Book a call