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Overview
RESERPINE is a Schedule H drug.Reserpine lowers blood pressure by slowing down your nervous system. This allows your blood vessels to relax and dilate (widen), which helps your heart beat more slowly and improves blood flow. Reserpine is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Reserpine is also used to treat agitated psychotic conditions such as schizophrenia.
Usage
RESERPINE is generally used to treat: Hypertension, SchizophreniaFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
How Do I Take It?
RESERPINE is generally taken With Food.Route of Administration: Oral
Precautions
Caution should be exercised in patients withSymptoms of Overdosage
RESERPINE over-dosage can result in: Loose Motion, Lightheadedness, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Eyes Small (constricted) Pupils, Drowsiness, DizzinessCommon Side-Effects
RESERPINE : Nausea, VomitSerious Side-Effects
RESERPINE : Body Itching, Face Swelling, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Easy BruisingRare Side-Effects
RESERPINE : Abdomen Pain, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Weight Gain, FaintingTechnical Classification
RESERPINE is categorized as: ANTIADRENERGIC AGENTS, PERIPHERALLY ACTING / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTSStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with RESERPINE as Ingredient
ADELPHANE ESIDREX TAB | HYDRALAZINE 10.0 MG, HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 10.0 MG, RESERPINE 0.1 MG |