Reserpine
SERPASIL
What it isIrreversible VMAT inhibitor depleting monoamine stores; historical antihypertensive.
Why this oneIt demonstrated that depleting monoamines causes depression, which founded the monoamine hypothesis.
What limits itSevere depression and suicide at the doses once used. Sedation, nasal congestion and peptic ulceration; effect persists for weeks.
FDA-approved for
- hypertension (1955)
NO BOXED WARNINGS
Principal riskSevere depression and suicide at the doses once used
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Clinical profile
Mechanism of action: Reserpine ballicule
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