Does mugwort interfere with medications?

Does mugwort interfere with medications?

Mugwort may increase the risk of bleeding and may interact with certain medications that can increase this risk, including: acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) anticoagulant medications (e.g., warfarin, heparin) anti-platelet medications (e.g., clopidogrel)

How much does moxibustion cost?

How much does it cost? Moxibustion falls under our Community Acupuncture services and costs between $40-$60 per session. Your first visit includes a 15-minute initial consultation, which is an additional $25.

How often should I do moxibustion?

You will need to use moxibustion twice a day for seven days for ten minutes each time (morning and evening). Research has shown that moxibustion is most likely to work when the mother also spends ten minutes twice a day in what is called the 'knee chest position'. Your midwife will show you how to do this.

Can you do moxibustion yourself?

Moxibustion is often done alongside acupuncture, and some acupuncturists also do moxibustion. You can try indirect moxibustion on your own, but it's safest to have a professional give you a demonstration first.

What are the functions of moxibustion?

The functions of moxibustion, expelling cold, promoting the circulation in meridians and collaterals, clearing away heat, detoxification, and so forth, are dependant on the efficacy of moxibustion for circulating qi and blood flow [2].