alpha-Artemether

SKU: orb1705260

Description

Artemether, a derivative of the natural product artemisinin (Qinghaosu), is a potent antimalarial agent. It is widely used in research for studying antimalarial mechanisms and drug resistance, both in vitro and in vivo. Its activity against certain fungal pathogens is also an area of investigative interest.

Research Area

Infectious Disease & Virology

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 71939-51-0
• MW: 298.37
• Formula: C₁₆H₂₆O₅
• SMILES: C[C@@H]1[C@]2([C@]34[C@](O[C@H]1OC)(O[C@](C)(OO3)CC[C@]4([C@H](C)CC2)[H])[H])[H]
• Target: Parasite,Others

Storage & Handling

• Storage: -20°C
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

104888