What type of cough is licorice tablet suitable for?
Apr 02, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Jingli
Introduction
Compound licorice tablets refer to compound liquorice tablets. Generally, compound liquorice tablets are suitable for dry cough or cough with little phlegm. It is recommended to seek medical examination and take the medication according to a doctor's advice. Dry cough is usually caused by airway inflammation and irritation. The licorice component in compound liquorice tablets has expectorant and antitussive effects, which can help alleviate airway inflammation and reduce the frequency and severity of coughing.
Liquorice tablets refer to Compound Liquorice Tablets. Generally, Compound Liquorice Tablets are suitable for dry coughs and coughs with little phlegm. It is recommended to seek medical evaluation and take the medication according to a doctor's advice. Specific analysis is as follows:
1. Dry Cough
Dry cough is usually caused by airway inflammation and irritation. The liquorice component in Compound Liquorice Tablets has expectorant and antitussive effects, helping to alleviate airway inflammation and reduce the frequency and severity of coughing. The liquorice extract powder in these tablets contains glycyrrhizic acid, which moistens the lungs, relieves coughing, and alleviates throat dryness, thereby reducing discomfort during coughing and making coughing episodes milder.
2. Minimal Phlegm
Liquorice extract powder helps moisten the lungs and resolve phlegm. It increases the viscosity of sputum, making it easier to expel from the body, thus relieving cough symptoms. The medication also has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce inflammatory responses in the airway mucosa, decrease mucus secretion, and help prevent coughing episodes.
In daily life, maintaining a light diet, drinking plenty of water, and engaging in moderate exercise can help regulate overall health.
