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The Potent Artemisinin from Traditional Chinese Medicine

Introduction: In the realm of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), the ancient wisdom of herbal remedies has yielded remarkable treasures. One such extraordinary discovery is artemisinin. It is a natural compound derived from the sweet wormwood plant (Artemisia annua). Artemisinin begins from a traditional remedy and grows into a globally acclaimed antimalarial agent. This tale intertwines … Continue reading

January 25, 2024 Herbal Extracts, SCC news

Artemisinins – the Most Effective Malaria Treatment

Artemisinin is a chemical compound, extracted from the herb Artemisia annua (sweet wormwood) that is widely used in Chinese traditional medicine. Artemisinin and its derivatives possess the most rapid action compared to all existing drugs against P. falciparum malaria. The artemisinin-combination therapies are the standard treatment worldwide for malaria, and ensuring easier access to them, … Continue reading

June 17, 2019 Herbal Extracts