* People with [[kidney Diseases]], especially the elderly, may be at increased risk of side effects from this herb.
* [[Gallbladder Disease]] and [[cirrhosis]] are considered contraindications for licorice.
* Glycyrrhizin can cause [[potassium ]] levels in the body to fall. When that happens, some people experience abnormal heart rhythms, as well as high blood pressure, edema (swelling), lethargy, and congestive heart failure.
* Contains [[Coumarin]].