| Active substance |
Rauwolfia |
| Also known as |
Indian snakeroot, sarpagandha |
| Blood pressure |
Lowers blood pressure |
| Chemical name |
Rauwolfia serpentina extract |
| Dosage (medical) |
Typically 50 to 200 mcg of reserpine daily |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not recommended for sports usage |
| Effects |
Reduction in blood pressure, sedation, reduction of heart rate |
| Formula |
Not applicable (Complex mixture of alkaloids, primarily reserpine) |
| Half-life |
Reserpine (major component) - 24 to 48 hours |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Minimal to none reported |
| Lab Test |
Detection of reserpine and other alkaloids in blood or urine |
| Main action |
Antihypertensive, antiarrhythmic, sedative |
| Side effects |
Depression, dizziness, gastrointestinal disturbances, nasal congestion, weight gain |
| Storage conditions |
Store in a cool, dry place, away from light |
| Strength |
4mg |
| Substance class |
Antihypertensive, Alkaloid |
| Trade name |
Serpalan, Serpasil |
| Use in sports |
None officially approved, potential for misuse in sports requiring calmness and steadiness |
| Manufacturer |
Himalaya Wellness Company |
| Packing |
100 tabs/bottle |
