Licorice, or Glycyrrhiza glabra, is a perennial plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. Its leaves are compound, with many small leaflets, while its root system is long and strong. Its flowers are small, purple or pink in color, and its fruits ripen in small brown pods. The plant is known for its sweet taste due to its content in glycyrrhizin, a substance with anti-inflammatory, soothing and detoxifying properties.
Chemical Composition
Glycyrrhiza glabra extract contains:
- Glycyrrhizin: The main active ingredient, responsible for the anti-inflammatory, antiviral and anti-catabolic effects.
- Flavonoids: Contribute to antioxidant activity.
- Saponins: They have antibacterial and tonic effects.
- Antioxidants: Polyphenols and flavonoids, which enhance protection against free radicals.
Pharmacological Properties and Actions
- Anti-inflammatory action: Relieves inflammation, reducing redness and swelling.
- Antiviral action: Strengthens the immune system, helping to fight viruses.
- Analgesic action: Provides pain relief, especially in inflammatory conditions.
- Immunomodulatory action: Helps boost the body's immune response.
- Antioxidant activity: Protects against cell aging and oxidative damage.
Indications for Use
- Treatment of inflammatory diseases, such as arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
- Supporting the immune system against infections.
- Treatment of skin problems such as eczema and psoriasis.
- Relief from cough and laryngitis, due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
- Supporting digestive health in cases of gastrointestinal discomfort.
How to Use
10-15 drops of Glycyrrhiza glabra tincture in water or decoction, 1-2 times a day.
- Use: It is mainly used for short-term treatment in cases of infections or inflammations.
- Attention: Do not exceed the recommended dose due to possible side effects from prolonged use.
Precautions and Side Effects
- Precautions:
- Avoid use in people with hypertension or heart problems due to its ability to increase blood pressure.
- Avoid long-term use without medical supervision.
- Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Possible Side Effects:
- Hypertension, fluid retention, mild gastrointestinal problems.
- Rarely, allergic reactions in people with sensitivity to glycyrrhizin.
Glycyrrhiza glabra tincture is a widely used pharmaceutical preparation with potent anti-inflammatory, antiviral and antioxidant properties. With appropriate use and compliance with precautions, it can provide significant relief from various inflammatory and immunological conditions.
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