Mugwort Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herbal Terra
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Mugwort against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Mugwort is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive upset and poor appetite, menstrual discomfort, sleep support and vivid dreaming.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.
HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Mugwort by Herbal Terra
Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: certified organic Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) as a dried herb liquid extract. The extract is suspended in menstruum, an inactive carrier liquid that helps you absorb the herb.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for mugwort isn't established in the data we hold. It's been used traditionally for anxiety, epilepsy, high blood pressure, insomnia, and parasitic infections, but we don't have reliable evidence to rate how well it actually works for any of these.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Mugwort can trigger allergic reactions, especially if you're sensitive to ragweed or related plants—symptoms can range from a rash or stuffy nose to asthma, red eyes, or in rare cases, a serious allergic reaction. There's also a report of mania in someone who took a very large amount of mugwort infusion; the effect was linked to thujone, a compound present in mugwort, though levels vary.
The safety data advises against mugwort during pregnancy because it's traditionally used to stimulate the uterus and menstruation. There isn't enough data to know whether it's safe while breastfeeding, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for mugwort. Even so, check with your pharmacist before starting if you take any prescription medications.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Mugwort is a traditional herb with no documented drug interactions, but its effectiveness for common uses isn't well established. If you're pregnant, skip it.
If you're allergic to ragweed, be cautious—allergic reactions are possible. Talk with us before you start if you're breastfeeding or have questions about whether it's right for you.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Sep 25, 2020.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Mugwort, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herbal Terra |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 723836118366 |
| Net contents | 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 25, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 234144 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Mugwort by Herbal Terra, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| certified organic Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) dried herb liquid extract | 970 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Menstruum
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Formulation
Origin of plant material: Croatia.
Manufactured in the USA in an FDA registered facility
Sugar free
Dried herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3 Expertly extracted Laboratory tested 330 mg/1 mL Premium product Super concentrated liquid herbal extract
Non GMO
No artificial ingredients, GMO, gluten, color additives, fillers, preservatives or binders. Natural Gluten Free
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Direction Shake well before use. Adults take up to 30 drops (1 mL, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) in 3-4 fl. oz of juice or water up to 4 times a day. We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking this or any other herbal supplements.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
Notice This product has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Precautions
Caution May have contraindications.
Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.
Consult a physician before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry, dark place.
Formula
Artemisia vulgaris
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Seals/Symbols
Made in USA Made in an FDA registered facility Natural Gluten Free
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Mugwort by Herbal Terra label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Mugwort by Herbal Terra
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.
Certified organic Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) dried herb liquid extract
No knowninteractions
Mugwort is a traditional herb used for digestion, menstrual issues, and sleep, but there is very little high-quality human research to confirm these u...
Certified organic Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) dried herb liquid extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Menstruum. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Mugwort by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Mugwort. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Mugwort, from the product label.
Mugwort by Herbal Terra: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Mugwort’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Mugwort's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.
The 7 references behind this product’s interaction data
Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
Mugwort 7 references
- Blumenthal M, ed. The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. Trans. S. Klein. Boston, MA: American Botanical Council, 1998.
- McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
- Borghesan F, Mistrello G, Amato S, Giuffrida MG, Villalta D, Asero R. Mugwort-fennel-allergy-syndrome associated with sensitization to an allergen homologous to Api g 5. Eur Ann Allergy Clin Immunol. 2013;45(4):130-7.
- Kim SH, Lee SM, Park HW, et al. Chinese bellflower root anaphylaxis: IgE-binding components and cross-reactivity with mugwort and birch. Korean J Intern Med. 2009;24(3):279-82. PubMed
- Silva R, Lopes C, Castro E, et al. Anaphylaxis to mango fruit and crossreactivity with Artemisia vulgaris pollen. J Investig Allergol Clin Immunol. 2009;19(5):420-2.
- Rodrigues-Alves R, Pregal A, Pereira-Santos MC, et al. Anaphylaxis to pine nut: cross-reactivity to Artemisia vulgaris? Allergol Immunopathol (Madr). 2008;36(2):113-6. PubMed
- Di Lorenzo C, Ferretti F, Moro E, et al. Identification and quantification of thujone in a case of poisoning due to repeated ingestion of an infusion of Artemisia vulgaris L. J Food Sci. 2018;83(8):2257-2264.
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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.
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