Licorice roots, 50g

Pharmacological action

A decoction of licorice roots has an expectorant, anti-inflammatory effect.

Indications

In the complex therapy of infectious and inflammatory diseases of the respiratory tract (mainly in the presence of poorly separated, thick and viscous secretions); hyperacid gastritis, peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum (as part of complex therapy).

Recommendations for use

About 8 g (2 tablespoons) of crushed raw materials are placed in an enamel dish,200 ml (1 cup) of cooled boiled water is poured, covered with a lid and heated in a boiling water bath for 30 minutes, cooled at room temperature for 10 minutes, filtered, the remaining raw materials are squeezed out. The volume of the resulting broth is brought with boiled water to 200 ml. Adults and children over 12 years of age are prescribed inside 1 tablespoon 3-4 times a day. Children from 1 to 3 years – 1 teaspoon 2-3 times a day, from 3 to 5 years-1 dessert spoon 2-3 times a day, from 5 to 12 years-1 dessert spoon 3-4 times a day. The course of treatment is 2-3 weeks. It is recommended to shake the broth before use.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to licorice preparations, pregnancy, lactation, bronchial asthma; gastritis, peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum during exacerbation; children under 1 year of age.

Side effects

Possible allergic reactions. With prolonged use in excess of these dosages, an increase in blood pressure, hypokalemia, and the appearance of peripheral edema due to a violation of water-salt metabolism may occur.

Description

The root pieces are fibrous grayish-yellow in color, interspersed with lighter woody fragments and pieces of grayish-brown cork. There is no smell. The taste of the water extract is sickly-sweet, slightly irritating.

Storage conditions

Store in a dry place, protected from light. Ready broth should be stored in a cool place for no more than 2 days. Keep out of reach of children.

Shelf

life is 3 years. Do not use after the expiration date.