Category:
Other Specialized Reagents
CAS NO:
71963-77-4
Standard:
USP,BP,EP,In-house Standards,
Artemether is a lipophilic artemisinin derivative synthesized via acetalization of dihydroartemisinin. It serves as a critical antimalarial agent with the molecular formula C16H26O5 and CAS number 71867-40-6.
Contraindicated in first-trimester pregnancy; requires strict storage below 25°C in moisture-proof environments to prevent hydrolysis.