Glycyrrhiza aspera vs Solanum indicum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Glycyrrhiza aspera

Respiratory

Respiratory

Glycyrrhiza aspera

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Solanum indicum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Central Asian licorice species used in traditional Kazakh and Uzbek medicine for respiratory and digestive conditions.

Ayurvedic herb in Dashamoola group; spiny shrub for respiratory and rheumatic conditions.

Active Compounds

glycyrrhizin, flavonoids, saponins, tannins

solasodin, diosgenin, solanine, alkaloids, sterols, saponins

Traditional Uses

cough, bronchitis, digestive disorders, fever

asthma, cough, fever, rheumatism, digestive disorders

Modern Uses

expectorant, anti-inflammatory, digestive tonic

bronchodilator, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, antimicrobial

Adult Dosage

3-5g dried root tea 2x/day

3-9g dried root or 1-3g powder daily

Contraindications

hypertension, kidney disease, pregnancy

pregnancy, solanine sensitivity, children

Side Effects

hypertension, edema, hypokalemia

GI irritation, solanine toxicity if improperly prepared

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E