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cohosh /co·hosh/ (ko-hosh´) [Algonquian] any of various North American medicinal plants. black cohosh the plant Cimicifuga racemosa or its fresh or dried root, which has estrogenic effects and is used in menopause and premenstrual syndrome; also used in folk medicine, and traditional Chinese medicine. blue cohosh the herb Caulophyllum thalictroides or its fresh roots or dried rhizome and roots, which have weak estrogenic effects; used for menstrual disorders and as an antispasmodic and uterine stimulant during labor; also used in homeopathy. blue cohosh, a perennial herb found in the midwest and eastern regions of the United States. uses This herb is used to treat menopausal symptoms and uterine and ovarian pain, to improve the flow of menstrual blood, and as an antiinflammatory and antirheumatic. It is also a popular remedy in African American ethnic medicine. contraindications Should not be used for any of these indications since it has caused serious toxicities. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Both blue cohosh and black cohosh are sometimes recommended during the last weeks of pregnancy to prepare the uterus for childbirth or to stimulate contractions. Included are the ingestion of castor oil, herbal tinctures or teas composed of black or blue cohosh, and some homeopathic remedies. Whereas Black Cohosh helps stimulate some labors, Blue Cohosh facilitates others, and Pulsatilla helps with still others. |
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