The traditional Chinese medicine name of mugwort is moxa, which has the effect of drying dampness and relieving itching, warming the menstruation and dispersing cold, etc. However, the volatile oil contained in it has the effect of excitation of the central nervous system, and it has a slight stimulation to the skin, so long time sniffing of the smell of moxa leaves may have some harm to the body.
Mugwort has the effect of drying dampness and relieving itching, warming menstruation and dispersing cold, and stopping bleeding, and can be used to treat itching skin, scabies, fetal restlessness, menstrual disorders and other diseases. Its contraindications are not clear; pregnant women should be used with caution.
The volatile oil contained in mugwort has the effect of excitation of the central nervous system, prolonged sniffing of mugwort odor may lead to sensory hypersensitivity, convulsions and other adverse reactions; in addition, this volatile oil has a slight stimulating effect on the skin, which can lead to redness, fever and other adverse reactions, so it is not recommended to prolonged sniffing of mugwort odor.
If you need to use the drug, it is recommended to use it correctly under the guidance of a Chinese medicine practitioner’s diagnosis, and not to use the drug blindly.