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In women, licorice has been used in conjunction with spironolactone in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome. 26 The estrogenic activity of licorice, as well as compounds glabridin and glabrene, has been documented.
Licorice root has been used as an herbal remedy for bronchitis and whooping cough because of its expectorant (used to loosen congestion in the upper airway) abilities. It may also stimulate mucous production and secretion in the trachea.