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bane·ber·ry B0056700 (bān′bĕr′ē)n.1. Any of several perennial herbs of the genus Actaea in the buttercup family, native to northern temperate regions, having terminal clusters of red, white, or blackish berries.2. The poisonous berry of a plant of this genus.baneberry (ˈbeɪnbərɪ) n, pl -ries1. (Plants) Also called: herb Christopher (Brit) or cohosh (US)any ranunculaceous plant of the genus Actaea, esp A. spicata, which has small white flowers and red or white poisonous berries2. (Plants) a berry of any of these plantsbane•ber•ry (ˈbeɪnˌbɛr i, -bə ri) n., pl. -ries. 1. any plant belonging to the genus Actaea, of the buttercup family, having large compound leaves, spikes of small white flowers, and poisonous red or white berries. 2. the berry of such a plant. [1745–55] ThesaurusNoun | 1. | baneberry - a poisonous berry of a plant of the genus Actaeacohosh, herb Christopher, baneberry - a plant of the genus Actaea having acrid poisonous berriesberry - a small fruit having any of various structures, e.g., simple (grape or blueberry) or aggregate (blackberry or raspberry) | | 2. | baneberry - a plant of the genus Actaea having acrid poisonous berriescohosh, herb ChristopherActaea, genus Actaea - baneberrybaneberry - a poisonous berry of a plant of the genus ActaeaActaea rubra, red baneberry, snakeberry, redberry, red-berry - North American perennial herb with alternately compound leaves and racemes of small white flowers followed by bright red oval poisonous berriesActaea alba, doll's eyes, white baneberry, white bead, white cohosh - North American herb with white poisonous berriespoisonous plant - a plant that when touched or ingested in sufficient quantity can be harmful or fatal to an organism |
baneberry
baneberry, any plant of the small genus Actaea, north temperate perennials of the family Ranunculaceae (buttercupbuttercup or crowfoot, common name for the Ranunculaceae, a family of chiefly annual or perennial herbs of cool regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Thought to be one of the most primitive families of dicotyledenous plants, the Ranunculaceae typically have a simple ..... Click the link for more information. family) sometimes cultivated for the handsome (though poisonous) berrylike fruits. Native species, formerly used medicinally by both Native Americans and whites and also called cohosh, are the red baneberry (with a stalk of red berries) and the white baneberry (with a stalk of white berries). The plant is also one of several plants called herb Christopher, particularly the dark-fruited European species. The baneberry is similar to the related bugbane, one species of which is also called cohosh. Baneberry is classified in the division MagnoliophytaMagnoliophyta , division of the plant kingdom consisting of those organisms commonly called the flowering plants, or angiosperms. The angiosperms have leaves, stems, and roots, and vascular, or conducting, tissue (xylem and phloem). ..... Click the link for more information. , class Magnoliopsida, order Ranunculales, family Ranunculaceae.baneberry
black cohosh ( blak coe-hosh) blackcohosh, Remifemin (trade name), baneberry (trade name), black snakeroot (trade name), bugbane (trade name), phytoestrogen (trade name), rattle root (trade name), rattleweed (trade name), rattle top (trade name), squawroot (trade name) Classification Therapeutic: none assigned Do not confuse black cohosh with blue or white cohoshManagement of menopausal symptomsPremenstrual discomfortDysmenorrheaMild sedativeRheumatismActionTherapeutic effects are produced by glycosides isolated from the fresh or dried rhizome with attached roots.Mechanism of action is unclear.Therapeutic effectsMay decrease symptoms of menopause, including hot flashes, sweating, sleep disturbance, and anxiety. Has no effect on vaginal epithelium.PharmacokineticsAbsorption: Unknown.Distribution: Unknown.Metabolism and Excretion: Unknown.Half-life: Unknown.Time/action profile ROUTE | ONSET | PEAK | DURATION |
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PO | unknown | unknown | unknown |
Contraindications/PrecautionsContraindicated in: Obstetric: Pregnancy and lactation.Use Cautiously in: Breast cancer (may increase risk of metastasis); Hormone-sensitive cancers ; Protein S deficiency (increased risk for thrombosis); Liver disease.Adverse Reactions/Side EffectsNeurologic- seizures (in combination with evening primrose and chasteberry) (life-threatening)
- headache
- dizziness
GastrointestinalDermatologicMiscellaneous- weight gain
- cramping
- breast tenderness
- vaginal spotting/bleeding
InteractionsUnknown effects when combined with hormone replacement therapy and antiestrogens (e.g., tamoxifen ).Concurrent use with hepatotoxic drugs may ↑ risk of liver damage.Alcohol-containing preparations may interact with disulfiram and metronidazole.May ↓ cytotoxic effects of cisplatin.May precipitate hypotension when used in combination with antihypertensives.May ↑ risk of hepatotoxicity when used with chaparral, comfrey, kava-kava, and niacin.Oral (Adults) Tablets (Remifemin®)—20 mg bid. Liquid extract—0.3–2 mL bid-tid. Tincture—2–4 mL bid–tid. Dried rhizome—0.3–2 g tid. Do not use for more than 6 mo.AvailabilityAlone or in combination with other herbal medicinals: OTCTablets (Remifemin® 20 mg [best studied black cohosh product]): OTCLiquid extract (1:1 in 90% alcohol): OTCTincture (1:10 in 60% alcohol): OTCDried rhizome: Nursing implicationsNursing assessment- Assess frequency and severity of menopausal symptoms.
- Monitor BP for patients on antihypertensive drugs; may increase effects and cause hypotension.
- Assess for history of seizures or liver disease.
Potential Nursing DiagnosesSleep deprivation (Indications)
Implementation- Administration with food may help to minimize nausea.
Patient/Family Teaching- Advise patient to notify health care professional if pregnancy is planned or suspected. Avoid use during pregnancy; may induce a miscarriage.
- Patients with seizures, liver dysfunction, excessive alcohol intake, cancer, or other medical problems should be advised to consult their health care professional prior to initiating self-therapy with this herb.
- Advise patient to consult health care professional before taking with other estrogen replacements.
- Emphasize the importance of continued medical supervision for Pap smears, mammograms, pelvic examinations, and BP monitoring at the intervals indicated by health care professional.
Evaluation/Desired Outcomes- Resolution of menopausal vasomotor symptoms.
black co·hosh (blak kō'hosh) A herbal made from Cimifuga racemosa and other Cimifuga spp.; widely used for its purported value in treating disorders of the female reproductive system, gastrointestinal disease, insect bites, and other uses; because of its effect on hormonal states, its use in pregnant women must be monitored very carefully. Synonym(s): baneberry, black snake root, rattleweed, squaw root (1) . baneberry Related to baneberry: white baneberrySynonyms for baneberrynoun a poisonous berry of a plant of the genus ActaeaRelated Words- cohosh
- herb Christopher
- baneberry
- berry
noun a plant of the genus Actaea having acrid poisonous berriesSynonymsRelated Words- Actaea
- genus Actaea
- baneberry
- Actaea rubra
- red baneberry
- snakeberry
- redberry
- red-berry
- Actaea alba
- doll's eyes
- white baneberry
- white bead
- white cohosh
- poisonous plant
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