| Action: | Sympatholytic |
|---|---|
| Synonym: | n/a |
• rauwolfia (Rauvolfia serpentina )
• Nervous, Cardiovascular, Respiratory
Mechansim of Action (Rauwolfia):
• inhibits the storage of epinephrine, norepinephrine and dopamine
• - decreases their over-all effect (E.g. blood pressure )
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