Evidence supporting the use of: Chinese mugwort
For the health condition: Dysmenorrhea

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Chinese mugwort (Artemisia argyi, also known as Ai Ye) has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for the treatment of gynecological conditions, including dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation). In TCM, mugwort is believed to have warming properties, to dispel cold, and to regulate the flow of Qi and blood. It is commonly used in both herbal formulas and in the practice of moxibustion, where dried mugwort is burned near specific acupuncture points to relieve pain and promote circulation. Historical texts and modern TCM practitioners cite mugwort as beneficial for menstrual cramps, especially those attributed to "cold" or "stagnation" patterns.

However, scientific evidence supporting the use of Chinese mugwort for dysmenorrhea is limited. There are a few preliminary clinical studies and animal experiments suggesting that mugwort extracts may have anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, but high-quality randomized controlled trials are lacking. Most of the support for its use comes from traditional use and anecdotal reports, rather than robust scientific validation. Therefore, the justification for using Chinese mugwort in dysmenorrhea is primarily traditional, and the evidence rating is modest.

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