Black Cohosh
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Introduction
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Black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa)
Description:
Black cohosh is a popular alternative for menopausal hormonal symptoms such as hot flashes, migraine headache, mood changes, sleep changes, sweating, fast heartbeat and vaginal dryness. The exact action of black cohosh is unclear.
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Safety:
Use cautiously if allergic to members of the Ranunculaceae family such as buttercups or crowfoot. Avoid with hormone conditions (breast cancer, ovarian cancer, uterine cancer, endometriosis). Avoid if allergic to aspirin products, Non-Steriodal Anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs, Motrin? ibuprofin, etc.), blood-thinners (like warfarin) or if history of blood clots, stroke, seizures, liver disease. Stop use before surgery/dental/diagnostic procedures with bleeding risk and avoid immediately after these procedures. Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding.
Possible side effects:
Bleeding, osteoporosis, bruising, constipation, dizziness, headache, liver damage, lower blood pressure, muscle damage, nausea, seizures, skin rash, slow heart rate, stomachache, sweating, vision changes, vomiting, weight gain
Possible interactions:
Anti-estrogen drugs (like Tamoxifen?, estrogens, (like hormone replacement therapy (HRT) drugs, birth control pills), blood pressure drugs, drugs that increase the risk of bleeding (like warfarin (Coumadin?, aspirin or Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatories/pain relievers, alcohol, drugs for seizures, drugs for depression (MAO-Is or SSRIs), drugs broken down by the liver, herbs and supplements with similar effects.
Dosing:
Often based on the amount of the chemical 27-deoxyactein. Take only at recommended doses for not more than six months.
Adults (18 years and older):
Tablets, dried rhizome (root), tinctures and liquid extracts are available
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