Rau-sed (Noun)
Meaning
Antihypertensive consisting of an alkaloid extracted from the plant Rauwolfia serpentina (trade names Raudixin or Rau-Sed or Sandril or Serpasil).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Rau-sed is an antihypertensive medication that has been used to treat high blood pressure for decades.
- The doctor prescribed Rau-sed to her patient to help lower his blood pressure naturally.
- Rau-sed was one of the first alkaloid-based medications to be derived from a plant source.
- Patients taking Rau-sed are often advised to monitor their blood pressure regularly to avoid potential side effects.
- In some countries, Rau-sed is available over-the-counter as a dietary supplement for stress relief.