Possible modes of action of the artemisinin-type compounds.
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Olliaro PL, Haynes RK, Meunier B, Yuthavong Y
Possible modes of action of the artemisinin-type compounds.
Trends Parasitol. 2001 Mar;17(3):122-6.
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Artemisinin-type compounds are used for the treatment of uncomplicated and severe forms of malaria. They reduce parasitaemia more rapidly than any other antimalarial compound known, and are effective against multidrug-resistant parasites. However, uncertainties remain as to how they act on the parasite and cause toxicity. In this review, we summarize current ideas.
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