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Yashtimadhu

Respiratory

Glycyrrhiza glabra var. india

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Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

Licorice species grown in India and Western Asia; root used extensively in Ayurveda, Unani and TCM as one of the most widely used herbs globally.

Active Compounds

glycyrrhizinglycyrrhizinic acidliquiritinisoliquiritinflavonoids

Traditional Uses

Sore throat and cough in Ayurveda
Peptic ulcers and gastritis
Adrenal tonic
Harmonizer in Ayurvedic formulas

Modern Uses

Expectorant
Anti-inflammatory
Adrenal support
GI mucosal healing

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: powder, capsule, tea, tablet, extract
Adult Dose: 1–5 g root as tea; 200–400 mg standardized extract (DGL preferred)
Child Dose: 0.5–1 g as tea for children over 5
Preparation Notes: Deglycyrrhizinated (DGL) form avoids hypertensive effects; raw root safe short-term

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Generally safe while nursing

Contraindications

Hypertension
Hypokalemia
Pregnancy in large doses
Prolonged high-dose use

Possible Side Effects

Hypertension with glycyrrhizin
Hypokalemia
Edema
Hormonal effects

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