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Definition
: A group of SESQUITERPENES and their analogs that contain a peroxide group (PEROXIDES) within an oxepin ring (OXEPINS).
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artesunate [ SM 804,SM-804,dihydroartemisinine-12-alpha-succinate,malartin,sodium artesunate,succinyl dihydroartemisinin ]
a schistosomicide and phytogenic antineoplastic agent
83507-69-1
*Artemisinins
Artemisia
Pharma Action
Amebicides
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Antimalarials
J Tradit Chin Med 1983;3(3):171