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 Licorice? Licorce is a common misspelling of licorice.
 
Licorice has many different effects on the human body. It may affect certain hormones and hormone receptors, and can also be used to treat ulcers, indigestion, and heartburn. Licorice is primarily known for its use in candies (which actually contain little or no licorice root), but it is also available as a dietary supplement. While licorice appears to provide numerous health benefits, it may also cause certain serious side effects, such as an irregular heart rhythm, high blood pressure, and muscle damage.
 
(Click Licorice for more information about the benefits, effectiveness, and potential side effects of licorice supplements. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;