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About Licorice
Plant: Glycyrrhiza glabra
A powerful antiviral and exceptional synergist used in Babesia protocols, best combined with companion herbs rather than used alone.
Reference dosing
| Tincture dose — 1:5 | 1.25–2.5ml, 3 times daily |
| Tincture dose — 1:3 | 0.75–1.5ml, 3 times daily |
| Capsule dose (mg) | 250–500mg of dried herb, 3 times daily Calculated from Buhner's tincture dose (1ml of a 1:5 tincture = 200mg of dried herb). |
Completely contraindicated in hypertension, hypokalemia, hypernatremia and low testosterone; not for continuous use beyond 4–6 weeks.
Capsule whole-herb extracts vary by manufacturer (a concentrated extract needs less than a plain powder). Treat these figures as a guide only and follow the product label.
These are figures from the sources used on this site. They are not a prescription. Follow the product label and your prescriber.
Safety and cautions
Contraindications: Completely contraindicated in hypertension, hypokalemia, hypernatremia and low testosterone. Not for continuous use beyond 4–6 weeks.
Herbs can interact with prescription medicines and other supplements. Check with your prescriber or pharmacist first, and do not use herbs in pregnancy or while breastfeeding unless a doctor agrees.
Information last checked: 6 November 2026.
Symptoms linked to this herb
Traditional uses from our symptom map. Not medical advice.
Where to buy
Napiers (UK)Liquorice Root Tincture (Glycyrrhiza glabra) · See product page · 1:3, 25%Check the label and the seller. A link is not a recommendation.
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