USES: Licorice root has been used for upset stomach (indigestion) and coughs.Some herbal/diet supplement products have been found to contain possibly harmful impurities/additives. Check with your pharmacist for more details about the particular brand you use.The FDA has not reviewed this product for safety or effectiveness. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
HOW TO USE: Take this product by mouth as directed. Follow all directions on the product package. If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.This herbal product should not be used for more than 4 to 6 weeks unless otherwise directed by your doctor.If your condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.
SIDE EFFECTS: Use of this product for long periods or at high doses may lead to high blood pressure, low levels of potassium in the blood, and other problems. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: headache, swelling hands/feet, sudden unusual weight gain, muscle cramps/pain/weakness, irregular heartbeat, change in the amount of urine, dark urine, trouble breathing, severe tiredness.A very serious allergic reaction to this product is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of the following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.In the US -Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
PRECAUTIONS: Before taking this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies.If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this product: heart problems (e.g., congestive heart failure, irregular heart rhythm), high blood pressure, low levels of potassium in the blood, conditions that are affected by estrogen (e.g., endometriosis, uterine fibroids, cancer of the breast/uterus/ovary), liver problems, kidney problems, severe muscle spasms.Liquid products may contain sugar and/or alcohol. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, alcohol dependence, or liver disease. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this product safely.Licorice is not recommended for use during pregnancy. It may harm an unborn baby. Consult your doctor before using this product.Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this product is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
An upper respiratory infection is a contagious infection of the structures of the upper respiratory tract, which includes the sinuses, nasal passages, pharynx, and larynx. Common causes of an upper respiratory infection include bacteria and viruses such as rhinoviruses, group A streptococci, influenza, respiratory syncytial, whooping cough, diphtheria, and Epstein-Barre. Examples of symptoms of upper respiratory infection include sneezing, sore throat, cough, fever, and nasal congestion. Treatment of upper respiratory infection are generally with OTC medication and home remedies.
The common cold (viral upper respiratory tract infection) is a contagious illness that may be caused by various viruses. Symptoms include a stuffy nose, headache, cough, sore throat, and maybe a fever. Antibiotics have no effect upon the common cold, and there is no evidence that zinc and vitamin C are effective treatments.
A peptic ulcer is an ulcer in the lining of the stomach, duodenum, or esophagus. Ulcer formation is related to Helicobacter pylori bacteria in the stomach, use of anti-inflammatory medications, and cigarette smoking.
The upper respiratory tract includes the sinuses, nasal passages, pharynx,
and larynx. These structures direct the air we breath from the outside to the
trachea and eventually to the lungs for respiration to take place.
An upper respiratory tract infection, or upper respiratory infection, is an infectious process of any
of the components of the upper airway.
Infection of the specific areas of the upper respiratory tract can be named
specifically. Examples of these may include
rhinitis (inflammation of the nasal
cavity), sinus infection (sinusitis or rhinosinusitis)
- inflammation of the
sinuses located around the nose, common cold
(nasopharyngitis) - inflammation of the nares, pharynx, hypopharynx, uvula, and tonsils,
pharyngitis (inflammation of the pharynx, uvula, and tonsils), epiglottitis
(inflammation of the upper portion of the larynx or the epiglottis),
laryngitis
(inflammation of the ...
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