What are the known side effects of glycyrrhizin?

A 2017 review lists high blood pressure and disorders linked to low potassium as the main side effects of licorice and glycyrrhizin. The doctor reviews your health condition at consultation.

Is Licorice Injection part of the Signature IV Therapy Package?

Yes. It is one of six injections on the package list, and each injection uses one point.

What can I feel during the injection?

Some people feel slight dizziness or palpitations while the medication goes in. This varies by individual.

How many sessions does it take to see results?

Results vary by person, but we generally recommend at least 10 sessions at weekly intervals.

Can Licorice Injection really improve liver enzyme levels?

It can improve liver enzyme levels, but receiving it too often can cause adverse effects. It is important to consult thoroughly with our medical team and receive treatment suited to your health condition.

Licorice Injection

Glycyrrhizin (licorice) IV drip

Licorice Injection at a glance

Price: From ₩29,000 See all prices
Main ingredient: Glycyrrhizin, the main component of licorice
Route: IV drip or injection
Interval: One week between sessions
Course: A minimum of 10 sessions generally recommended
Recovery: Swelling and pain usually disappear in 1 to 3 days
Package: One of six choices in the Signature IV Therapy Package

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Sessions are recommended a week apart, and the frequency is set with the doctor at consultation. A bruise at the injection site can last 2 weeks or longer.

IV therapy at Beauty Z Skin Clinic Myeongdong, model visual

About glycyrrhizin

Glycyrrhizin comes from licorice root. A 1998 review in Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics reports that it had been used in Japan for more than 20 years as a treatment for chronic hepatitis.

Your visit at Beauty Z

ConsultationA doctor reviews your health and agrees the plan with you.
DisinfectionThe skin is disinfected.
TreatmentLicorice Injection is given as an IV drip or injection while you rest.
Aftercare adviceYou receive aftercare instructions before you leave.

Package combinations

The clinic's package guide pairs Licorice Injection with Garlic Injection, or with Garlic and Wine Injections together.

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Other IV drips

Signature IV Therapy Package Vitamin Injection Cinderella Injection Garlic Injection Wine Injection

Common questions

What are the known side effects of glycyrrhizin?: A 2017 review lists high blood pressure and disorders linked to low potassium as the main side effects of licorice and glycyrrhizin. The doctor reviews your health condition at consultation.
Is Licorice Injection part of the Signature IV Therapy Package?: Yes. It is one of six injections on the package list, and each injection uses one point.
What can I feel during the injection?: Some people feel slight dizziness or palpitations while the medication goes in. This varies by individual.

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Sources: van Rossum TG, et al. Glycyrrhizin as a potential treatment for chronic hepatitis C. Aliment Pharmacol Ther. 1998 (PubMed 9570253) · Nazari S, et al. Toxicological effects of Glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice): a review. Phytother Res. 2017 (PubMed 28833680) · Beauty Z Skin Clinic Myeongdong treatment notes and price list. Results differ from person to person; your doctor will advise at consultation.

Licorice InjectionTreatment overview

Licorice Injection contains glycyrrhizin, the main component of licorice.
Glycyrrhizin has a steroid-like structure and may support immunity and help relieve fatigue. It may also support liver function.
Licorice InjectionRecommended for
- point 01.
  Weakened immunity
- point 02.
  Ongoing fatigue
- point 03.
  Frequent hangovers
Licorice InjectionResults and frequency
- 01.
  We recommend treatment at 1-week intervals.
Licorice InjectionQ&A
- Q.
  How many sessions does it take to see results?
- Results vary by person, but we generally recommend at least 10 sessions at weekly intervals.
- Q.
  Can Licorice Injection really improve liver enzyme levels?
- It can improve liver enzyme levels, but receiving it too often can cause adverse effects. It is important to consult thoroughly with our medical team and receive treatment suited to your health condition.
Licorice InjectionAftercare
- -Injections may cause pain, swelling, bruising, allergic reactions or redness (erythema) at the injection site. This varies by person.
- -Swelling and pain usually go away within 1 to 3 days, but bruising may last 2 weeks or longer.
- -You may feel slight dizziness or palpitations while the medication is being injected. This varies by person.
- -If you are prone to severe vein pain, you may feel pain whether or not an IV drip is used. This varies by person.