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Black Cohosh

Actaea racemosa

Evidence: BFamily: Ranunculaceae
Pregnancy:AvoidNursing:AvoidChildren:Avoid

A North American herb traditionally used by Native Americans, now primarily studied for menopausal symptom support.

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Pregnancyunsafe
Breastfeedingunsafe
Pediatricnot recommended
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Interactions: May interact with hepatotoxic drugs, hormone therapies, and statin medications.

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May interact with hepatotoxic drugs, hormone therapies, and statin medications.

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GI upset, headache, heaviness in legs, weight gain. Rare but serious liver injury reported.

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