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Uses? |
Congestion of the upper respiratory tract Low adrenal function Premenstrual tension Duodenal ulcers Stomach ulcers |
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Who? |
Almost everyone |
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Who can’t? |
People on any type of medication. Check with doctor Pregnant or breast feeding |
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How long? |
Up to 4 weeks appears to be safe for most people |
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Side effects? |
High blood pressure Muscle weakness Upset stomach Fluid retention Muscle pain Diarrhea |
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Available forms? |
Capsules, tinctures, tablets, teas, candy |
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Dose? |
Follow health professional advice or directions on the package |
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Part used? |
Root |
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Comes from? |
Native to and commercially cultivated in Europe and Asia. It also grows in North and South America and Australia. |
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Other names? |
Glycyrrhiza glabra Gan cao |
