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Warnings And Side Effects Of Black Cohosh
Also known as: baneberry, bugwort, black snakeroot, cimicifuga, rattle root, squaw root, RemiSure™, Remifemin®.
Potential uses: It's thought that black cohosh can relieve menopausal symptoms, especially hot flashes.
Usual dose: An extract containing 1 milligram of active ingredient taken twice per day.
Are there any risks? Black cohosh may be safe at recommended doses, but possible side effects include liver damage and autoimmune hepatitis.
What does the research show? One clinical trial in...
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