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Q. Which of the following is the most common use of the reserprine derived from the plant ‘Serpentina’?
Answer: Alleviate high blood pressure
Notes: Reserpine drug is derived from the roots of certain species of the tropical plants. It is derived from the powdered whole root of the Indian shrub Rauwolfia serpentine. It can be used to treat snakebites, insomnia, hypertension (high blood pressure), and insanity.

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