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Black cohosh

Actaea racemosa

also known as Cimicifuga, Black snakeroot, Bugbane

A North American native woodland herb traditionally used for women's health, particularly the hot flashes and night sweats of menopause.

  • Eases menopausal hot flashes
  • Eases night sweats
  • Mood support during menopause
  • Used by Indigenous tribes of eastern North America
  • Approved by Commission E for menopausal symptoms

Active in Triterpene glycosides (actein, cimicifugoside), Aromatic acids, Cinnamic acid.

Rare reports of liver injury — discontinue if jaundice or fatigue develops
Avoid in pregnancy — may stimulate uterus
Avoid in nursing
Use caution with hormone-sensitive conditions
Use caution with hepatotoxic drugs
Limit continuous use to 6 months

NIH NCCIH Herbs at a Glance · MedlinePlus Herbs & Supplements

Works with
Evening primrose Black cohosh targets hot flashes via central mechanisms; evening primrose GLA targets breast pain and PMS; combined use broadens menopausal symptom coverage. Red Clover Black cohosh (serotonergic/dopaminergic action) and red clover (phytoestrogen isoflavones) have complementary mechanisms for menopausal symptom relief.
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158 herbs, nutrients, and compounds. What the science says, what tradition knew, and what to watch for. Founding members keep this running.

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