Dihydroartemisinin

Generic Name
Dihydroartemisinin
Brand Names
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Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C15H24O5
CAS Number
71939-50-9
Unique Ingredient Identifier
6A9O50735X
Background

Artenimol is an artemisinin derivative and antimalarial agent used in the treatment of uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum infections . It was first authorized for market by the European Medicines Agency in October 2011 in combination with Piperaquine as the product Eurartesim. Artemisinin combination therapy is highly effective against malaria and stongly r...

Indication

For the treatment of uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum infection in adults, children, and infants aged 6 months and up weighing over 5 kg . Used in combination with Piperaquine.

Associated Conditions
Malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum
Associated Therapies
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