
Cutting-edge applications of artesunate in comprehensive cancer care: potential to improve treatment experience and patient outcomes
Artesunate is a semi-synthetic derivative extracted from the traditional Chinese medicine Artemisia annua. It was originally famous as an antimalarial drug. In recent years, it has also received widespread attention for its anti-cancer potential. Artesunate has a unique mechanism of action that induces apoptosis in cancer cells, inhibits angiogenesis, and enhances immune system function, thereby showing multifaceted support potential in cancer care. This article will discuss the main components of artesunate, its potential benefits in supportive cancer treatment, its mechanism of action and related clinical research results.






