Resepine is a substance derived from the root of the medicinal plant Rauwolfia serpentine, used to lower high blood pressure for its hypotensive effect.
It is used in antihypertensive remedies like Higroton. For more information, visit: Higroton Reserpina.
Reserpine is indicated for the treatment of mild high blood pressure
The main side effects of Reserpine include nasal congestion, fatigue, impotence, and depression.
Reserpine is contraindicated during pregnancy, lactation and in patients with depression, pheochromocytoma or ulcer.