Suggestions that rauwolfia alkaloids may increase the risk of breast cancer occurring later have not been proven. However, rats and mice given 100 to 300 times the human dose had an increased number of tumors.
Along with its needing effects, a drug may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your family doctor immediately if any of the following side effects was happen
Less common
Drowsiness or faintness; impotence or decreased sexual interest; lack of energy or weakness; mental depression or inability to concentrate; nervousness or anxiety; vivid dreams or nightmares or early-morning sleeplessness
Check with your family doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects was happen
More common
Dizziness
Less common
Black, tarry stools; bloody vomit; chest pain; headache; irregular heartbeat; shortness of breath; slow heartbeat; stomach cramps or pain
Rare
Painful or difficult urination; skin rash or itching; stiffness; trembling and shaking of hands and fingers; unusual bleeding or bruising
Signs and symptoms of overdose
Dizziness or drowsiness - severe; flushing of skin; pinpoint pupils of eyes; slow pulse
More common side effects may occur that usually don't needed medical attention. These side effects may go away during treat as your body adjusts to the drug. However, check with your family doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:
More common
Diarrhea; dryness of mouth; loss of appetite; nausea and vomiting; stuffy nose
Less common
Swelling of feet and lower legs
After you stop using this drug, it may still produce some side effects that need attention. During this period of time check with your family doctor immediately if you notice any of the following side effects:
Drowsiness or faintness; impotence or decreased sexual interest; irregular or slow heartbeat; lack of energy or weakness; mental depression or inability to concentrate; nervousness or anxiety; vivid dreams or nightmares or early-morning sleeplessness
More common side effects not listed above may also occur in some diseaseds. If you notice any other problems, check with your family doctor.