Reserpine Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Reserpine, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Reserpine brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Reserpine

Pronunciation : re ser' peen

ICD Code : Y52.5 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Hypertensives

Brand Names or Trade Names of Reserpine

India :

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International :

Serpalan, Serpasil

Why is Reserpine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an antihypertensive and antipsychotic, prescribed for high blood pressure. It is also used to treat severe agitation in patients with mental disorders. It works by decreasing the amounts of certain chemicals in the brain.

When should Reserpine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity, mental depression, active peptic ulcer and patients receiving electroconvulsive (ECT or shock) therapy.

What is the dosage of Reserpine?

Adult: PO- HTN- Upto 500 mcg/day for about 2 week, subsequently reduce to lowest dose if needed. Maintenance: 100-250 mcg/day. Max: 500 mcg/day.

How should Reserpine be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Reserpine?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney disease, gallstones, ulcers, ulcerative colitis, depression, electric shock therapy, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

• Do not become overheated in hot weather; otherwise heatstroke may occur.

What are the side effects of Reserpine?

Central Nervous System - Drowsiness, dizziness, tiredness, fainting and lightheadedness.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach/abdominal pain and black-colored stools.
Heart - Slow heartbeat and chest pain.
ENT - Stuffy nose.
Miscellaneous - Shortness of breath, swelling of ankles/feet, unexplained/sudden weight gain, enlarged breasts (in males) and unusual breast discharge (in females).

What are the other precautions for Reserpine?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Reserpine?

Store it at room temperature.

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