Licorisoflavan A shows weak scavenging activity against superoxide anion radical, it and licoricidin have potential for the development of novel host-modulating strategies for the treatment of cytokine and/or MMP-mediated disorders such as periodontitis.Licorisoflavan A has bactericidal effects on S. mutans UA159 at the concentration of ≥4 g/ml, it can be useful in developing oral hygiene products, such as gargling solutions and dentifrices for preventing dental caries.