Artesunate Infusions

Artesunate is a secondary plant compound found in the leaves and flowers of sweet wormwood (Artemisia annua). The artemisinin structure is characterized by a trioxane ring system and a peroxide bridge. It is used in Vietnam, China, and Africa to treat infections with multidrug-resistant strains of Plasmodium falciparum, the pathogen that causes malaria tropica.

Administering artesunate is straightforward. Usually 10 to 20 infusions are planned at the beginning. Each treatment takes about 1 hour. Use in connection with cancer takes place exclusively as a complement and in consultation with the treating oncologist.