What is black cohosh used for?
a. Preventing miscarriage during the first trimester
b. Reducing symptoms of premenstrual syndrome
c. Providing antispasmodic activity of the gastrointestinal (GI) system
d. Controlling migraine headaches
ANS: B
Black cohosh is used to reduce symptoms of premenstrual syndrome, dysmenorrhea, and menopause. Therapy is not recommended for longer than 6 months. Because of its effect of relaxing the uterus, black cohosh is not used in pregnant women. Black cohosh does not affect the GI system or relieve migraines.
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