Botanical
Artemisinin (Sweet Wormwood)
Also known as: Artemisia annua, Sweet wormwood, Qing hao
Antimicrobial compound from Artemisia annua used in SIBO and parasitic protocols.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Every Artemisinin (Sweet Wormwood) product we have scored
| # | Product | Score | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nutricost Wormwood Capsules | 86 A- | $0.10 |
| 2 | Double Wood Artemisinin Supplement | 86 A- | $0.42 |
| 3 | Allergy Research Group Tricycline | 82 A- | $1.20 |
| 4 | Pure Encapsulations MicroDefense w/ Oregano | 79 B+ | $0.41 |
| 5 | Doctor's Best Artemisinin, 100 mg, 90 Veggie Caps | 76 B+ | $0.71 |
| 6 | Integrative Therapeutics Para-Gard | 74 B+ | $1.73 |
Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing. Per-serving cost is list price divided by servings per container. No brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Common questions
How much Artemisinin (Sweet Wormwood) should I take?
The typical range is 100-200mg artemisinin or 500-1000mg whole herb 2-3x daily. Short-term protocols (2-4 weeks)
When should I take Artemisinin (Sweet Wormwood)?
With meals. Yes.
Which form of Artemisinin (Sweet Wormwood) is best?
Capsules — Standardized extract. Other forms in the catalog: Liquid extract.
Is Artemisinin (Sweet Wormwood) safe?
Commonly reported: GI upset, Nausea, Headache. Serious warnings: Neurotoxicity at very high doses, Short-term use only. Monitor with liver disease
Which Artemisinin (Sweet Wormwood) supplement scores highest?
Nutricost Wormwood Capsules, at 86/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Primary uses
- SIBO
- Anti-parasitic
- Antimicrobial
How it works
- Antimicrobial activity
- Traditional anti-parasitic
- Part of SIBO herbal protocols
- Affects gut pathogens
Dosage
- Typical range
- 100-200mg artemisinin or 500-1000mg whole herb 2-3x daily
- Timing
- With meals
- With food
- Yes
- Duration
- Short-term protocols (2-4 weeks)
- Special populations
- SIBO, suspected parasites
Forms
- Capsules
- Liquid extract
Safety
Common side effects
- GI upset
- Nausea
- Headache
Contraindications
- Pregnancy
- Seizure disorders
Products containing Artemisinin (Sweet Wormwood)
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Artemisinin (Sweet Wormwood) on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Evidence notes
Traditional and emerging use for gut pathogens
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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