Artemisinin derivatives

Artemisinin derivatives are a group of medications derived from the artemisinin compound, which comes from the sweet wormwood plant. They are primarily used to treat malaria, a serious disease caused by parasites transmitted through mosquito bites. These derivatives, such as artemether and lumefantrine, work by rapidly killing the malaria parasites in the bloodstream. Due to their effectiveness, they are commonly included in combination therapies to enhance treatment outcomes and reduce the risk of resistance. Artemisinin derivatives have significantly contributed to reducing malaria-related morbidity and mortality in many parts of the world.