What is reserpine?
Reserpine lowers blood pressure by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in your blood. This allows your blood vessels (veins and arteries) to relax (widen) and your heart to beat more slowly and easily. Reserpine is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Reserpine is also sometimes used to treat psychotic states such as schizophrenia. Reserpine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Reserpine lowers blood pressure by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in your blood. This allows your blood vessels (veins and arteries) to relax (widen) and your heart to beat more slowly and easily. Reserpine is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Reserpine is also sometimes used to treat psychotic states such as schizophrenia. Reserpine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. Who should not take reserpine? Do not take reserpine without first talking to your doctor if you • have peptic ulcer disease (stomach ulcers); • have ulcerative colitis; • are suffering from depression (especially if you have suicidal thoughts); • are receiving electroconvulsive shock therapy; or • are taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) or have taken one in the last 14 days. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have • gallstones, • kidney disease, •
Reserpine lowers blood pressure by decreasing the levels of certain chemicals in your blood. This allows your blood vessels (veins and arteries) to relax (widen) and your heart to beat more slowly and easily. Reserpine is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Reserpine is also sometimes used to treat psychotic states such as schizophrenia. Reserpine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. Back to Top What are the possible side effects of reserpine? If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking reserpine and seek emergency medical attention: • an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives); • a very irregular heartbeat; • heart failure (shortness of breath, swelling of ankles or legs, sudden weight gain of 5 pounds or more); • uncontrollable hand, arm, or leg movements; or • chest pain. Other, less serious side effects are more likely to o
