Herbal Remedies by Symptom

Hot flashes — Medicinal Plants & Herbal Remedies

The Omnia Sana plant database documents 4 medicinal plants traditionally used for hot flashes. Each is rated by strength of evidence and linked to its full monograph and cited scientific sources.

Also known as: hot flushes, night sweats.

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Black CohoshActaea racemosa
Traditional use

Relief of menopausal symptoms - hot flashes, sweating, sleep and mood disturbance (a meta-analysis supports benefit, though an earlier systematic review judged the evidence inconsistent)

Evening PrimroseOenothera biennis
Traditional use

Menopausal hot flushes - some trial benefit reported

SageSalvia officinalis
Traditional use

Reduces excessive sweating, including menopausal hot flushes and night sweats

SchisandraSchisandra chinensis
Traditional use

Relieves menopausal symptoms - hot flushes, sweating and palpitations (RCT)

Educational information compiled from the Omnia Sana plant database. Not medical advice — always consult a qualified practitioner before using medicinal plants.