Category:
Prophylactic Biological Products
CAS NO:
71963-77-4
Standard:
In-house Standards,
For symptom control of all forms of malaria
Artemether is a lipophilic derivative of artemisinin, synthesized via methylation to enhance bioavailability. Its molecular formula is C16H26O5 and CAS number is 71967-40-9. It serves as a critical semi-synthetic intermediate for malaria treatment.
Strictly contraindicated for self-medication; requires medical supervision due to potential neurotoxicity at high doses. Store in cool, dry conditions below 25°C away from direct sunlight to maintain chemical stability.