Black Cohosh Root
Scored by the Formulate Research Team · Last reviewed July 2026
Score Breakdown
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Ingredients per Serving
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Black Cohosh Root Extract | 80 mg |
| Licorice2 systematic reviews · 20 randomised trials | 125 mg |
| Dong Quai | 125 mg |
Certifications & Testing
Other Ingredients
Hypromellose, Rice Flour, Stearic Acid
Recommended Use
Suggested Usage: Take 1 capsule twice daily (1 in the morning, 1 in the evening).
Warnings
Caution: For adults only. Not for pregnant/nursing women. Consult physician if taking medication or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children. Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NOW Foods Black Cohosh Root's Formulate score?
NOW Foods Black Cohosh Root scores 76 out of 100 (grade B+) on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric: clinical evidence, dose accuracy and bioavailability carry the score, while manufacturing, transparency and safety are checked separately and can only deduct.
Is NOW Foods Black Cohosh Root worth it?
NOW Foods Black Cohosh Root scores 76/100 (grade B+). That's an above-average result — most of its doses and ingredient forms are well-chosen, with only minor gaps in dosing, transparency, or testing. Formulate grades every product with the same automated rubric, so the score reflects the formula — not marketing or sponsorships.
What's in NOW Foods Black Cohosh Root?
Each serving contains Black Cohosh Root Extract (80 mg), Licorice (125 mg), Dong Quai (125 mg). Serving size: 1 Veg Capsule(s). 90 servings per container.
How do I take black cohosh root?
Suggested Usage: Take 1 capsule twice daily (1 in the morning, 1 in the evening).
Who makes Black Cohosh Root?
Black Cohosh Root is made by NOW Foods. See Formulate's full grade and product lineup for NOW Foods on its brand page.
Is NOW Foods Black Cohosh Root third-party tested?
NOW Foods lists the following certifications and testing for this product: cGMP Certified, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free.
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