Q. Reserpine is used to:
✅ Correct Answer: (D)
reduce high blood pressure
Explanation:
Reserpine is a drug used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It works by depleting neurotransmitters like norepinephrine from nerve endings, which leads to relaxation of blood vessels and a reduction in blood pressure. It was historically used as an antihypertensive and antipsychotic medication.
- (A) Cure arthritis – Incorrect; Reserpine is not used for arthritis.
- (B) Increase blood pressure when it is low – Incorrect; Reserpine lowers blood pressure, not increases it.
- (C) Alleviate pain – Incorrect; Reserpine is not a painkiller.
Explanation by: Official MCQ Buddy
Reserpine is a drug used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). It works by depleting neurotransmitters like norepinephrine from nerve endings, which leads to relaxation of blood vessels and a reduction in blood pressure. It was historically used as an antihypertensive and antipsychotic medication.
- (A) Cure arthritis – Incorrect; Reserpine is not used for arthritis.
- (B) Increase blood pressure when it is low – Incorrect; Reserpine lowers blood pressure, not increases it.
- (C) Alleviate pain – Incorrect; Reserpine is not a painkiller.