Artemisinin and its derivatives have been used for the treatment of malarial and parasitic worm (helminth) infections.

The active agent, called qinghaosu, was isolated from the plant in the 1970s; this compound became widely known as artemisinin. Today, there are several derivatives of artemisinin, including artesunate …

Apr 13, 2025 · Artemisinin is a versatile herbal compound with powerful applications in modern medicine. From treating malaria to offering a natural alternative for cancer therapy, its benefits are …

Artemisinin mainly targets the malaria parasite during the blood stage, disrupting the parasite’s ability to replicate within red blood cells. Artemisinin helps significantly reduce the parasites but doesn't stay in …

Jul 1, 2023 · Abstract Artemisinin (ART) is a bioactive compound isolated from the plant Artemisia annua and has been traditionally used to treat conditions such as malaria, cancer, viral infections, bacterial …

Jul 25, 2025 · Artemisinin is a natural compound derived from the Artemisia annua plant, commonly known as sweet wormwood. This plant has a long history in traditional Chinese medicine, where it …

Feb 10, 2025 · Artemisinin holds remarkable therapeutic versatility beyond its traditional antimalarial role, with promising applications in cancer, fibrosis, metabolic disorders, and viral infections.

Jul 5, 2025 · Discover artemisinin’s antimalarial power, emerging immune and cancer benefits, safe dosing, and key precautions in this clear, evidence-based guide.

Jan 9, 2025 · Isolated from the plant Artemisia annua, or sweet wormwood, artemisinin and its derivatives are powerful medicines known for their ability to swiftly reduce the number of Plasmodium …

Abstract Artemisinin (ART) is a bioactive compound isolated from the plant Artemisia annua and has been traditionally used to treat conditions such as malaria, cancer, viral infections, bacterial …