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Licorice × Corticosteroids

MODERATE INTERACTION

⚠️ Mechanism

Interaction identified from DDInter 2.0 database. Specific drugs: Hydrocortisone, Triamcinolone, Dexamethasone, Betamethasone, Budesonide, Prednisone, Prednisolone, Hydrocortisone, Triamcinolone, Dexamethasone, Betamethasone, Budesonide, Methylprednisolone, Prednisolone, Hydrocortisone, Triamcinolone, Dexamethasone, Betamethasone, Deflazacort, Methylprednisolone, Prednisone, Prednisolone, Fludrocortisone, Hydrocortisone, Triamcinolone, Dexamethasone, Betamethasone, Budesonide, Prednisolone, Prednisolone

📋 Effect

See mechanism description

💊 Management

Consult healthcare provider before combining.

Plain Language Summary

This combination may be unsafe because it can increase the side effects of your medication. Taking licorice while using corticosteroids can cause your body to retain too much salt and lose too much potassium.

Source

DDInter 2.0 (ddinter.scbdd.com)

Supporting Research

Effective licorice gargle juice for aphthous ulcer pain relief: A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial PMID:36451559 2022
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Medical Disclaimer: This interaction record is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Drug-supplement interactions can be dangerous. Always consult your healthcare provider or pharmacist before combining any supplement with prescription medications. Do not stop or change any medication without professional guidance.