Actaea racemose is a species of a flowering plant. It is found in eastern North America from the extreme south of Ontario to central Georgia, and west to Arkansas and Missouri. It grows in woodland habitats. The roots and rhizomes were used in traditional medicine and Their extracts are manufactured as herbal medicines or dietary supplements. The root is used as medicine. Black cohosh is often used for estrogen-related conditions. Black cohosh in some parts of the body might increase the effects of estrogen and In other parts of the body, it might decrease the effects of estrogen.
Benefits :
Black cohosh is beneficial for-
- Menopausal symptoms
- Vaginal dryness
- Heart palpitations
- Sleep disturbances
- Nervousness
- Tinnitus
- Vertigo
- Irritability
Side effect :
Some mild side effects of Black cohosh such as stomach upset, rash, headache, a feeling of heaviness, and weight gain. In some people, black cohosh might cause liver damage.
Precaution:
- People who have breast cancer and those at high-risk for breast cancer should avoid black cohosh.
- Avoid those who have Hormone-sensitive conditions, including endometriosis, fibroids, uterine cancer, ovarian cancer, and others due to Black cohosh acting somewhat like estrogen in the body.
Interactions:
Be cautious with the following combination-
- Cisplatin interacts with Black cohosh. Cisplatin is used to treat cancer. When they interact black cohosh might decrease cisplatin works for cancer.
- Medications changed by the liver (Cytochrome P450 2D6 (CYP2D6) substrates) interacting with Black cohosh might change the liver and breaks down these medications very quickly. This could change the effects and side effects of medications.
- Hepatotoxic drugs such as Atorvastatin interact with Black cohosh that might harm the liver. Taking black cohosh along with a medication that can harm the liver that might increase the chances of liver damage.
Dose:
In adults, take Black cohosh doses of 40-128 mg by mouth daily for up to one year. Advice with a healthcare provider to find out what dose might be best for a specific condition.
