The most important function of artemisinin is anti-malaria, which has the characteristics of low toxicity and quick response. It is recognized as an antimalarial drug in the world. Artemisinin activation can produce free radicals and destroy the membrane structure of malaria protozoa, which has a certain effect on treatment. In addition to anti-malaria, artemisinin also has a strong anti-tumor effect, such as breast cancer, colorectal cancer, cervical cancer and other cancer cells.
It is found that using a certain dose of artemisinin and its derivatives can help the human body inhibit the mitogen of T lymphocytes. It can be seen that artemisinin also plays an immunomodulatory role and has a very good therapeutic effect on autoimmune diseases, so everyone should make rational use of the efficacy and role of artemisinin.
Significance of artemisinin discovery
On the one hand, it has played a role in treating diseases and saving lives, which is a great achievement of TCM research. In addition, it is also of great significance for the development of traditional Chinese medicine and the improvement of the scientific level of traditional Chinese medicine. Tu Youyou's award is not only a personal honor, but also an honor for China people.