Molecular Formula: C
16H
26O
5 Molecular Weight: 298.37464
InChIKey: SXYIRMFQILZOAM-HVNFFKDJSA-N
Artemether is an antimalarial agent used to treat acute uncomplicated malaria. It is administered in combination with lumefantrine for improved efficacy. This combination therapy exerts its effects against the erythrocytic stages of
Plasmodium spp. and may be used to treat infections caused by
P. falciparum and unidentified
Plasmodium species, including infections acquired in chloroquine-resistant areas.
From: DrugBank