81496-82-4

Basic information

• Product Name: Dihydroartemisinin
• Synonyms: (3R,5aS,6R,8aS,9R,12S,12aR)-octahydrogen -3,6,9-trimethyl -3,12-epoxy -12H-pyrane [4,3-j]-1,2-coumaron -10 ( 3H ) alcohol;Dihydroartemisinin;Dihxdroarteannui
• CAS NO: 81496-82-4
• Molecular Formula: C15H24O5
• Molecular Weight: 284.35
• Product Categories: Natural Plant Extract;Miscellaneous Enzyme;natural product
• Mol File: 81496-82-4.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Appearance: /solid
• Storage Temp.: 2-8°C
• CAS DataBase Reference: Dihydroartemisinin(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Dihydroartemisinin(81496-82-4)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Dihydroartemisinin(81496-82-4)

Safety Data

• Safety Statements: 22-24/25
• WGK Germany: 2
• Hazardous Substances Data: 81496-82-4(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Dihydroartemisinin is a semi-synthetic derivative of artemisinin, a compound derived from the sweet wormwood plant, which has been widely used as an effective treatment for malaria. It works by inhibiting the growth and reproduction of the malaria parasites in the body. Dihydroartemisinin has a rapid onset of action and is well-tolerated, making it a valuable component of artemisinin-based combination therapies (ACTs) for the treatment of malaria. It is also being investigated for its potential use in treating other parasitic infections and has shown promise as a potential anti-cancer agent.