Patent pattern analysis of Scutellariae Radix / 中草药

ABSTRACT

Scutellariae Radix is one of the most popular Chinese mateira medica (CMM) with a long history, commonly used for heat-clearing and damp-drying. In this paper, based on the characteristics of CMM, the retrieval strategy was formulated. Then, the global patent data of Scutellariae Radix were retrieved from Innography. A total of 23 426 patents related to Scutellariae Radix have been retrieved worldwide. A set of statistical and bibliometric methods has been used to analyze the technical competition situation from the aspects of development trend, global patent layout, research and development hotspots, core patents and other aspects. The analysis results showed that the patent technology life cycle of Scutellariae Radix is in a rapid growth period. The R&D focuses on prescriptions, health products, and tea drinks of Scutellariae Radix. Four countries, including China, Japan, USA, and South Korea, are the main sources of technology, as well as the most important patent layout. Scutellariae Radix industry has a unique regional development advantage, especially in East of China, Beijing, Tianjin, and Sichuan. From the perspective of development trend, there is a broad space for the development of Scutellariae Radix industry.