Possible Interactions with Licorice

Overview

If you are taking diuretics (except potassium-sparing diuretics) or other medications used to regulate blood pressure, do not use licorice products.

Because licorice may dangerously increase the risk of toxicity associated with certain heart medications like digoxin, this herb should not be taken with these medications.

Licorice increases the effects of corticosteroid medications and should be avoided while taking these drugs.

If you have diabetes and are taking insulin to control your blood sugar levels, you should avoid using licorice, which may interact with insulin.

Drug Interactions

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