Solanum indicum vs Glycyrrhiza aspera

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Solanum indicum

Respiratory

Respiratory

Solanum indicum

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Glycyrrhiza aspera

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

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

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

Active Compounds

solasodin, diosgenin, solanine, alkaloids, sterols, saponins

glycyrrhizin, flavonoids, saponins, tannins

Traditional Uses

asthma, cough, fever, rheumatism, digestive disorders

cough, bronchitis, digestive disorders, fever

Modern Uses

bronchodilator, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, antimicrobial

expectorant, anti-inflammatory, digestive tonic

Adult Dosage

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

3-5g dried root tea 2x/day

Contraindications

pregnancy, solanine sensitivity, children

hypertension, kidney disease, pregnancy

Side Effects

GI irritation, solanine toxicity if improperly prepared

hypertension, edema, hypokalemia

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E