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DGL (Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice)

aka DGL

Licorice with glycyrrhizin removed; soothes GI mucosa without BP effect.

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Overview

Licorice with glycyrrhizin removed; soothes GI mucosa without BP effect.

Natural sources
  • Glycyrrhiza glabra (processed)
Common forms
  • Chewable DGL tablets

Mechanism of action

Increases mucin secretion and epidermal growth factor in gastric mucosa.

Pathways
  • · Mucin secretion ↑

Effects on the body

Supports
Gastric mucosal protection

Organ system effects

Digestive / Gut

Heals NSAID gastritis and aphthous ulcers.

Evidence-based benefits

Heals gastric ulcers and reduces NSAID gastritis

Moderate evidence

Potential side effects

Common
  • · DGL (Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice) is generally well-tolerated at evidence-based doses
  • · Mild GI discomfort (nausea, loose stools, or bloating) possible at higher intakes
  • · Headache or transient fatigue reported by a small fraction of users
Rare
  • · Allergic or hypersensitivity reaction (rash, itching, swelling)
  • · Sleep disturbance if taken late in the day
Serious
  • · Discontinue and seek medical advice if symptoms are severe, persistent, or include difficulty breathing

Drug interactions

Prescription medications (general)
Always disclose DGL (Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice) use to your prescriber — additive, antagonistic, or pharmacokinetic interactions are possible.
minor

Safety & non-supplemental interactions

Educational summary — always confirm with your clinician or pharmacist before starting, stopping, or combining with prescription therapy.

Avoid if you are
  • ·Pregnant or breastfeeding (insufficient safety data)
  • ·Children under 18 (unless directed by a clinician)

Supplement interactions

Pairs well with
  • A high-quality multivitamin
    Covers micronutrient cofactors that support most supplement pathways.
  • Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)
    Foundational anti-inflammatory support that complements most regimens.
Avoid combining with

No specific avoidances listed.

Dosing & bioavailability

Typical dose
380–760 mg chewed before meals
Best form
Most evidence is based on the chewable dgl tablets form.
Timing
Consistent daily timing recommended; split larger doses if GI tolerance is a concern.
With food?
Either with or without food.

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Scientific evidence8Show studies
RCTEvid Based Complement Alternat Med · 2012

DGL for functional dyspepsia

Raveendra KR, et al.

30-day RCT of DGL 150 mg twice daily.

Key findings

Significant symptom improvement vs placebo.

Open study
Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

PubMed: DGL (Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice) — Heals gastric ulcers and reduces NSAID gastritis

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Systematic reviewPubMed (NLM) · 1970

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