Reserpine

CAS NO.：50-55-5
Molecular Weight: 0
MDL number: MFCD00005091
Update Date: 2025-10-14 17:28:01

What is Reserpine?

Definition

ChEBI: Reserpine is an alkaloid found in the roots of Rauwolfia serpentina and R. vomitoria. It has a role as an antihypertensive agent, a first generation antipsychotic, an adrenergic uptake inhibitor, an EC 3.4.21.26 (prolyl oligopeptidase) inhibitor, an environmental contaminant, a xenobiotic and a plant metabolite. It is an alkaloid ester, a methyl ester and a yohimban alkaloid. It is functionally related to a reserpic acid.

Properties of Reserpine

Melting point:	264.5 °C
Boiling point:	700.1±60.0 °C(Predicted)
Density	1.32±0.1 g/cm3(Predicted)
pka	18.11±0.70(Predicted)

Safety information for Reserpine

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07 Health Hazard GHS08
GHS Hazard Statements	H302:Acute toxicity,oral H336:Specific target organ toxicity,single exposure; Narcotic effects H351:Carcinogenicity
Precautionary Statement Codes	P201:Obtain special instructions before use. P308+P313:IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Computed Descriptors for Reserpine

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