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Arterolane-piperaquine

University of Oxford · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Arterolane-piperaquine is a fixed-dose combination antimalarial that works by inhibiting parasite protein synthesis and disrupting the parasite's mitochondrial function.

Arterolane-piperaquine is a fixed-dose combination antimalarial that works by inhibiting parasite protein synthesis and disrupting the parasite's mitochondrial function. Used for Uncomplicated malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum, Uncomplicated malaria caused by Plasmodium vivax.

At a glance

Generic nameArterolane-piperaquine
SponsorUniversity of Oxford
Drug classArtemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT)
TargetMalaria parasite (Plasmodium falciparum and P. vivax) protein synthesis and heme detoxification pathway
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaInfectious Disease
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Arterolane is a semi-synthetic artemisinin derivative that rapidly kills malaria parasites by generating reactive oxygen species and damaging parasite proteins. Piperaquine is a bisquinoline that accumulates in the parasite's food vacuole and inhibits heme detoxification, leading to parasite death. Together, they provide rapid parasite clearance and extended post-treatment suppression.

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