Gynecological EndocrinologyMenopausal transition in women involves complex neurobiochemical changes linked to ovarian dysfunction, resulting in symptoms like vasomotor symptoms (VMS), sleep disturbances, anxiety, and cognitive impairments.
Petra Stute +2 more
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Effect of Black Cohosh on MCF-7 Human Breast Cancer Cell Growth and Response to Treatment with Doxorubicin and Paclitaxel [PDF]
, 2009 Black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa), a shrub-like plant native to North America, is frequently used to mitigate the climacteric symptoms of menopause.
Marsh, Julia Anne
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DataSheet1_The effect of black cohosh extract and risedronate coadministration on bone health in an ovariectomized rat model.pdf [PDF]
Preparations of black cohosh extract are sold as dietary supplements marketed to relieve the vasomotor symptoms of menopause, and some studies suggest it may protect against postmenopausal bone loss.
Noriko Nakamura (670459) +19 more
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In Vitro and In Vivo Imaging-Based Evaluation of Doxorubicin Anticancer Treatment in Combination with the Herbal Medicine Black Cohosh. [PDF]
Int J Mol Sci, 2023 Płoska A +11 more
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Quantification of characterization of biologically active components of Actaea racemosa L. (black cohosh) for identifying desirable plants for cultivation [PDF]
, 2012 Actaea racemosa, more commonly known as black cohosh, is a medicinal plant used for the suppression of menopausal symptoms. The growing popularity of black cohosh extract is leading to extensive wild harvesting of the perennial plant.
NC DOCKS at Western Carolina University +1 more
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A systematic review of herbal medicinal products for the treatment of menopausal symptoms
Journal of Medicinal Plants, 2004 Many women are interested to use complementary and alternative medicines for relief from their menopausal symptoms. The prevalence of herbal medicinal product use among menopausal women highlights the need for investigation into these interventions.
L Kashani +4 more
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BMC Complementary Medicine and TherapiesBackground The use of traditional and complementary medicines (T&CM) among menopausal women has become prevalent due to the concerns on the adverse effects and differing opinions regarding hormone replacement therapy’s (HRT) suitability for long-term ...
Evelyn Xiao Xin Lau +5 more
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Race Dependent Effects of Black Cohosh Fractions in Human Umbilical Vein Endothelial Cells [PDF]
, 2014 Background: Hot flushes are the most prominent symptom of menopause. Yearly, more than 2 million women reach menopause with about half of them reporting to suffer from hot flushes within 2 years of menopause.
Jan Kretzschmar (7977986)
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Herbal medicine in pregnancy [PDF]
Advanced Herbal Medicine, 2017 Background and aims: Herbal medicines are derived from natural plants with medicinal or preventive properties. Use of herbal remedies has increased despite lack of scientific evidence about their efficacy and safety during pregnancy.
mahdieh jaafari +3 more
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