This is useful for many respiratory disorders as well as AARAM. Yastimadhu helps to increase the appetite by facilitating proper evacuation of stools. This herb has a special action on kapha, which helps in expectoration of the accumulated kapha.

It is mainly used as an expectorant and antitussive agent. It has shown anti- inflammatory activity. De-glycyrrhizin liquorice extract is an important substance for treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcers.

A strong decoction makes a good laxative for children and may also help to reduce fever. Add liquorice to other medicines to make them more palatable