These adverse effects can be alleviated by concomitant administration of a diuretic. Reserpine can cause miosis, which is slight, but can last up to a week after a single dose. Conjunctivitis has been reported secondary to conjunctival blood vessel dilation. Reserpine-induced angina and cardiac arrhythmias are more likely to occur during concomitant administration of procainamide, cardiac glycosides, or quinidine. Gastric acid secretion is increased during reserpine therapy, possibly aggravating or reactivating peptic ulcer disease.
Reserpine can cause various types of sexual dysfunction.
Libido decrease can be seen in both men and women. Impotence and ejaculation dysfunction including decreased or no ejaculation has been reported. High blood pressure levels can cause you to have a stroke, get heart failure, or damage your kidneys. Reserpine is not a cure for high blood pressure. Generic reserpine tablets are available.