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Artemisinin has broad biological activity against malaria, parasites, intestinal worms, and exhibits antimicrobial activity against Helicobacter pylori. It demonstrates antiviral activity against herpes viruses, including HSV-1, 2, and 6, Epstein Barr virus, and Cytomegalovirus. Artemisinin can destroy microbial biofilms and treat resistant yeast infections when combined with antifungal therapies.
Artemisinin is also known as an anticancer agent, used alone or with chemotherapy to treat leukemia, prostate, liver, stomach, and lung cancers. It possesses anti-inflammatory activity, inhibiting B lymphocyte activity and proliferation. It can potentially treat autoimmune diseases like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and Sjogren's syndrome, both as a solo agent and in combination therapy.