Black cohosh is probably the biggest selling herbal treatment for the menopause and is
registered as a medicine in Germany. It contains phyto-oestrogenic chemicals that help to alleviate the symptoms of the menopause such as fatigue, irritability, lowered sex drive, flushes/flashes and vaginal dryness. It is a perfect herb to use as an alternative to HRT or to replace HRT if you have come off it. Combines well with Damask rose, Dong Quai, Red clover and Wild yam. Do not take more than the recommended dose. Do not use if taking any drugs that affect the female hormonal system such as the pill, HRT,
Tamoxifen etc. Do not take if pregnant or breast-feeding. Do not take if you suffer or have
suffered hormone dependant cancers such as breast, womb or ovarian cancer, seek advice from a herbalist first. Seek advice from a herbalist if you wish to convert from HRT to herbal alternatives.
