Licorice
Glycyrrhiza uralensis (Gan Cao)
TCM, Western, Ayurveda
Glycyrrhizin mimics cortisol, harmonizes formulas, anti-inflammatory, demulcent, antiviral
2-10g dried root in decoction; less in formulas as harmonizer
The Science
Active Compounds
Glycyrrhizin, liquiritin, isoliquiritin, flavonoids
Evidence Base
Grand Harmonizer in TCM; used in most formulas; can raise BP; DGL safer for long-term
How to Use
Decoction, tincture, capsule
Dosing should be individualized. Consult a qualified herbalist or healthcare practitioner.
Safety Profile
Potentiates corticosteroids; interacts with diuretics, antihypertensives; CYP450
Hypertension; hypokalemia; pregnancy; heart/kidney disease
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