Abstract
A chronological, documented summary of the reputed uses of glycyrrhiza since 2100 B.C. to the present with correlations made to modern pharmacological research. Many early claims for a broad spectrum of uses for this drug appear to be borne out by conclusions from modern research.
MeSH terms
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Digestive System / drug effects
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Glycyrrhiza*
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Hemodynamics / drug effects
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History, 16th Century
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History, 17th Century
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History, 18th Century
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History, 19th Century
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History, 20th Century
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History, Ancient
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History, Medieval
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Humans
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Liver / drug effects
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Pharmacognosy / history
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Plants, Medicinal*
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Respiratory System / drug effects
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Skin / drug effects
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Urinary Tract / drug effects