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Caulophyllum thalictroides
Herbe nord‑américaine native utilisée par les tribus Penobscot, Ojibwe et autres pour faciliter l'accouchement et traiter les troubles menstruels. Controversée en raison de son activité stimulante utérine.
Blue Cohosh (Caulophyllum thalictroides) is a traditional Native American herb historically used to facilitate labor and treat menstrual disorders. Its primary active compounds include caulosaponin, cauloside D, and taspine, which contribute to its uterotonic, antispasmodic, and anti-inflammatory effects. Despite its traditional use, the herb carries significant risks, including potential fetal distress and cardiovascular toxicity, and is considered unsafe during pregnancy except under strict professional supervision at term.
Caulosaponin and cauloside D are saponin glycosides that stimulate uterine smooth muscle contraction, likely via sensitization of oxytocin receptors and modulation of calcium channels. Taspine exhibits anti-inflammatory activity through inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis and cytokine release. Baptifoline, a quinolizidine alkaloid, may contribute to antispasmodic effects by blocking nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, but also poses a risk of nicotinic-like toxicity at high doses. The herb's overall pharmacological profile includes uterotonic, emmenagogue, and mild analgesic actions.
Herbe nord‑américaine native utilisée par les tribus Penobscot, Ojibwe et autres pour faciliter l'accouchement et traiter les troubles menstruels. Controversée en raison de son activité stimulante utérine.
Blue Cohosh (Caulophyllum thalictroides) is a traditional Native American herb historically used to facilitate labor and treat menstrual disorders. Its primary active compounds include caulosaponin, cauloside D, and taspine, which contribute to its uterotonic, antispasmodic, and anti-inflammatory effects. Despite its traditional use, the herb carries significant risks, including potential fetal distress and cardiovascular toxicity, and is considered unsafe during pregnancy except under strict professional supervision at term.
Caulosaponin and cauloside D are saponin glycosides that stimulate uterine smooth muscle contraction, likely via sensitization of oxytocin receptors and modulation of calcium channels. Taspine exhibits anti-inflammatory activity through inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis and cytokine release. Baptifoline, a quinolizidine alkaloid, may contribute to antispasmodic effects by blocking nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, but also poses a risk of nicotinic-like toxicity at high doses. The herb's overall pharmacological profile includes uterotonic, emmenagogue, and mild analgesic actions.