TCM

Artemisia

Artemisia annua (Qing Hao)

TCM; the source of artemisinin, the compound prescription malaria drugs are made from

Gabriel Score

90/ 100Excellent

EvidenceArtemisinin-based prescription drugs treat malaria; WHO advises against the herb or tea for malaria. Fever after travel is an emergency.

Conditions4 applications

How it works

Contains artemisinin, the compound behind prescription malaria drugs; antiparasitic and antiviral effects in lab studies

Typical Dosage

300-600mg artemisinin or 3-9g dried herb

Used for

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The Science

Active Compounds

Artemisinin, flavonoids, essential oils

Evidence Base

Artemisinin-based prescription drugs treat malaria; WHO advises against the herb or tea for malaria. Fever after travel is an emergency.90/100

Nobel Prize for artemisinin discovery; resistance developing; standardized extracts important

How to Use

Tea, capsule, extract

Dosing should be individualized. Consult a qualified herbalist or healthcare practitioner.

Safety Profile

Interactions

May interact with CYP450 substrates; enhances anticoagulants

Contraindications

Pregnancy; G6PD deficiency (artemisinin)

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TraditionTCM

EvidenceArtemisinin-based prescription drugs treat malaria; WHO advises against the herb or tea for malaria. Fever after travel is an emergency.

Applications4

Gabriel Score90/100

Educational purposes only. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting any herbal protocol.

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