reserpine
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- noun
- /rɪˈzɜrpiːn/
- Specialized
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reserpina
- The effects of single doses of reserpine (2.5 to 10.0 mg intramuscularly) were found (98) to be more marked in patients exhibiting high levels of psychomotor activity, regardless of the clinical psychiatric diagnosis.
Examples
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The principal rauwolfia alkaloids being used in psychiatric practice are reserpine (Serpasil), deserpidine (Harmonyl), and rescinnamine (Moderil).
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Of these, reserpine has been most thoroughly studied.
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The tranquilizing action of reserpine and chlorpromazine appears to be quite similar.
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Reserpine.
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The literature on the effectiveness of reserpine and chlorpromazine as aids to individual (119) and group (34) psychotherapy is extensive.
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From such experiences, it was noted that reserpine produced a state of calmness without significant impairment of sensory acuity, muscular coordination, and alertness.
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Doctors often prescribe reserpine to help lower high blood pressure in patients.
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Research indicates that reserpine can effectively manage hypertension symptoms.
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After careful diagnosis, the doctor recommended reserpine as a treatment for his elevated blood pressure.
Synonyms
A brand name for a medicine from a plant that lowers high blood pressure
A medicine formerly used to lower high blood pressure that contains reserpine
A medicine used to lower high blood pressure
A medicine that lowers high blood pressure made from a plant called Rauwolfia
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word reserpine comes from the name of the plant Rauwolfia serpentina, because this medicine was taken from the plant's 'roots'. The species name serpentina means 'snake-like', a helpful image to remember that reserpine is a plant medicine used to treat high blood pressure.