Overview
Respiratory: demulcent/expectorant support for cough and irritated mucosa; digestive: soothing support for inflammation/irritation; adaptogen-style adrenal support is often cited, but specific indications are not yet documented in this entry.
Plant family
Fabaceae
Parts used
Root
Actions
Demulcent · Expectorant · Anti-inflammatory · Adaptogen
Affinities
Respiratory · Digestive · Immune
Body systems
Respiratory · Digestive · Immune
Tissue states
Dry · Hot
Traditional use
Traditional use as a sweet demulcent and harmonizer in formulas; classic use for cough/bronchial irritation and GI soothing (broad traditional framing; not yet sourced in this entry).
Current use
Respiratory: demulcent/expectorant support for cough and irritated mucosa; digestive: soothing support for inflammation/irritation; adaptogen-style adrenal support is often cited, but specific indications are not yet documented in this entry.
Cautions & contraindications
Avoid with high blood pressure, kidney disease, or pregnancy. Long-term use can cause potassium depletion.
Evidence notes
Blank shell entry; uses above are inferred from tags and the existing safety note (HTN/kidney disease/pregnancy caution; potassium depletion with long-term use). Add glycyrrhizin-specific cautions and dosing from course texts when available.