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Licorice Root

Glycyrrhiza glabra L.

respiratory

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Quick Facts

Part UsedRoot, Stolon
Categoryrespiratory
Primary UseGastric ulcers
SafetyCaution Advised

A sweet demulcent, expectorant, and anti-inflammatory. Soothes ulcers, aids adrenal function, and harmonizes herbal formulas. Contains glycyrrhizin which can raise blood pressure with long-term use.

Demulcent
Expectorant
Anti-inflammatory
Adrenal Tonic
Antiviral
Antiulcer
Treats: Gastric ulcers
Treats: Cough
Treats: Bronchitis
Treats: Sore throat
Treats: Adrenal fatigue
Treats: Arthritis
Treats: Hepatitis
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Licorice Root 900mg

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Licorice Root 450mg

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Part Used:Root, Stolon

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Healing Properties

DemulcentExpectorantAnti-inflammatoryAdrenal TonicAntiviralAntiulcer

Treats & Supports

Gastric ulcers
Cough
Bronchitis
Sore throat
Adrenal fatigue
Arthritis
Hepatitis

Important Safety Information

AHP Class 2c, 2d. Long-term use can cause hypertension, hypokalemia, edema. Contraindicated in high blood pressure, heart disease, kidney disease, low potassium, pregnancy, liver disease. May interact with many medications including diuretics, corticosteroids, cardiac glycosides. Deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL) is safer for long-term use.

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Licorice Root 900mg

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