Rauwolfia (West African)

Rauvolfia caffra

Family: Apocynaceae Evidence: C decoctionextract

East/Southern African relative of R. vomitoria; bark for fever, malaria, and mental illness; contains reserpine-type alkaloids.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Depression; peptic ulcers; pregnancy; cardiac disorders.

Interactions

Dangerous with MAOIs, sympathomimetics, and cardiac glycosides.

Side Effects

Depression; bradycardia; nasal congestion; drowsiness.

Surgery: Discontinue 2 weeks before surgery.
Liver: insufficient_data
Kidney: insufficient_data
Allergy: Apocynaceae allergy.
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