Main Entry: re·ser·pine

Pronunciation: \ri-ˈsər-ˌpēn also ˈres-ər-pən\

Function: noun

: an alkaloid C₃₃H₄₀N₂O₉ extracted especially from the root of rauwolfias and used in the treatment of hypertension, mental disorders, and tensions states—see raudixin, sandril, serpasil