PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Artemisinin is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C15H22O5 and a molecular weight of 282.34 g/mol. This compound appears as a colorless needle-like crystal with a melting range of 156-157°C. It demonstrates high solubility in chloroform, acetone, ethyl acetate, and benzene, moderate solubility in ethanol and ether, minimal solubility in cold petroleum ether, and negligible solubility in water. The compound contains a unique peroxide bridge, making it thermally unstable and prone to degradation under heat, humidity, or exposure to reducing agents.
Product Name: Artemisinin
Latin Name: Artemisia annua
CAS NO.: 63968-64-9
Purity: 99%
Grade: Pharmaceutical Grade
Appearance: White crystalline powder
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FUNCTION & APPLICATIONS
Artemisinin is recognized as the most potent antimalarial agent against drug-resistant Plasmodium falciparum strains. Artemisinin-based combination therapies (ACTs) remain the gold standard for malaria treatment today. Emerging research has uncovered additional pharmacological roles, including antineoplastic activity, anti-hypertensive effects in pulmonary conditions, antidiabetic properties, regulation of oxidative stress, anti-fungal, immune-stimulating, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, anti-fibrotic effects on lung tissue, antibacterial actions, and cardiovascular benefits.
Source Origin
Artemisinins are naturally sourced from the aerial parts of Sweet Wormwood (Artemisia annua). This plant-derived compound has been extensively characterized for its efficacy in malaria treatment, particularly against highly resistant variants like Plasmodium species.
Therapeutic Uses
Artemisinin (ARS) and its semi-synthetic analogs (ARSs) are globally prioritized as first-line treatments for acute malaria infections. Beyond their antiparasitic properties, these compounds exhibit robust anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and redox-regulating capacities, expanding their application in chronic disease management and complementary therapies.
Keywords: Artemisinin in human health supplements, Natural food additive, Active pharmaceutical ingredient for nutraceuticals, Dermatological applications in cosmetics.
