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Preferred Label : Black Cohosh;

NCIt synonyms : Cimicifuga racemosa Root; Cimicifugae racemosae Rhizoma; Actaea racemosa Root; Fariy Candle Root;

NCIt related terms : bugwort; black snakeroot; rattlesnake root; bugbane;

NCIt definition : A triterpene-containing herb isolated from the roots and rhizomes of the plant Cimicifuga racemosa (also known as Actaea racemosa). While the mechanism of action of black cohosh is not completely understood, it appears to act as a selective estrogen receptor modulator. In vitro, this preparation has been shown to induce cell cycle arrest and caspase-dependent apoptosis of estrogen-sensitive breast cancer cells. (NCI04);

Alternative definition : NCI-GLOSS: An eastern North American perennial herb. A substance obtained from the root of the plant has been used in some cultures to treat a number of medical problems. It is being studied in the treatment of hot flashes and other symptoms of menopause. The scientific name is Cimicifuga racemosa.;

UNII : K73E24S6X9;

Drug name : Remifemin;

Codes from synonyms : CDR0000321360; CDR0000321358; CDR0000321359; CDR0000321355; CDR0000321357;

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15/05/2024


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