Pharmaceutical
and parapharma
Licorice extract is used in medications, dietary supplements, and pharmaceutical products for its anti-inflammatory and other health benefits.
Licorice is widely used in herbal medicine and in the pharmacological industry owing to its anti-inflammatory, softening, and energy-boosting properties.
The advantages of
licorice extract in pharmacology
Pharmaceutical and cosmetics manufacturers have been using the recognized virtues of licorice for thousands of years. Licorice extract is used for its anti-inflammatory, depigmenting and anti-oxidant benefits personal hygiene products.
The uses of licorice extract
in the pharmaceutical sector
Medication for stomach & digestive problems
Licorice is used for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, especially in the treatment of gastric ulcers and digestive disorders. Licorice root fiber is both anti-ulcer and anti-inflammatory, improving the secretion of gastric mucus for the protection of the stomach.
Medication for cough, bronchitis & cold problems
Licorice extracts are commonly found in cough syrups and lozenges for soothing sore throats (tonsillitis, sore throat, etc.) and inflammations of the respiratory tract (bronchitis).
Food supplements for relaxation
An adaptogenic plant, licorice is used in food supplements to combat stress, sleep disorders and states of fatigue general. Licorice is also antispasmodic, helping to fight against certain types of muscle spasms, often present during premenstrual syndrome. Licorice also has antioxidant properties.
Herbal teas & infusions
Its digestive and hypnotic properties mean that licorice root's sweet flavor and health properties, is often used in relaxing herbal teas.