Encarnacion, Michelle D.2010-07-292010-07-292010-07-29https://hdl.handle.net/11299/92601The information provided in this handout does not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Minnesota Medical School physicians and faculty. These materials are provided for informational purposes only and are in no way intended to take the place of the advice and recommendations of your personal health care provider. You use the information provided in these handouts at your own risk.Black cohosh is a plant that has long been used by Native Americans and alternative healers for treating various disorders. Although commonly used there is little data regarding the safety of black cohosh. Due to the lack of evidence on its safety, black cohosh should not be used during or for the induction of pregnancy. This pamphlet describes what black cohosh is, how it is used, adverse effects of its use, and current data on its safety during pregnancy.en-USActaea racemosaCimicifuga racemosaActaea macrotysBaneberryBlack SnakerootBugbaneBugwortCimicifugaMacrotysPhytoestrogenRattle RootRattle TopRattlesnake RootRattleweedRhizoma CimicifugaeSheng MaSnakerootSquaw Rootpregnancymother’s cordialOther