Ingredient

Glycyrrhiza Extract Powder

Licorice X-San is a natural extract used for the relief of gastrointestinal symptoms and the regulation of inflammation.

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MFDS ingredient code M082727

What does it do?

Licorice X-San is a natural ingredient extracted from the root of licorice, used in pharmaceuticals for the purpose of alleviating gastrointestinal symptoms and reducing inflammation. It primarily helps improve symptoms related to dyspepsia, gastroenteritis, etc.

Licorice X-San protects the gastric mucosa and reduces inflammatory responses, alleviating discomfort in the gastrointestinal tract. It also relieves pain through analgesic and calming effects and promotes mucus secretion to improve the environment within the stomach.

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Licorice X-San is an extract specialized for alleviating gastrointestinal symptoms, unlike other licorice components. Despite being a natural extract, it demonstrates various pharmacological effects and is widely used in multiple combination formulations.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

Combined ingredients

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Questions about this ingredient

  • QI noticed several herbal medicines contain licorice extract; is it okay to take them together?

    The licorice extract is a natural extract widely included in various complex formulations, so if you are taking multiple herbal products, they may overlap. Please check the ingredient list for overlapping licorice components, and verify with a pharmacist whether it is safe to take them together.

    Answers 1 · 2026.09.14

For anything that needs medical judgment, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.