Artemisia annua

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    Artemisia annua is an herb native to Asia and is known for the compound artemisinin, which is used in the formulation of malaria treatments. Note that this supplement alone should not be used to treat malaria.

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    In clinical research 150–300 mg of Artemisia annua extract twice daily has been used for up to 9 months for symptoms of arthritis.[6][7] In another clinical study, sublingual drops of glycerinated pollen extracts of Artemisia annua at a dosage of 2400 biological units daily for up to 32 weeks reduced symptoms of allergic rhinitis.[8] Historically, Artemisia annua leaves have been consumed as a vegetable in Western Asia.[1]

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