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Qing Hao Aerial

Antimicrobial

Artemisia annua aerial

PregnancyNursing

Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

The aerial herb form of artemisia annua used in TCM for cooling heat; separate from artemisinin extraction.

Active Compounds

artemisininarteannuic acidartemisinic acidquercetincamphor

Traditional Uses

Cools heat and summer fever
Malarial fever patterns in TCM
Yin deficiency heat
Bone-steaming fever

Modern Uses

Antimalarial
Anti-inflammatory
Antiviral
Antipyretic

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: tea, extract
Adult Dose: 6-12g dried aerial parts
Child Dose: Not established
Preparation Notes: Aerial parts decoction; different from artemisinin extraction which uses chemical methods

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

Spleen cold deficiency
Pregnancy caution
Drug interactions

Possible Side Effects

GI upset

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