Reversing Hypertension with Rauwolfia, Viscum and Piscidia

Abstract

Rauwolfia, Viscum, and Psicidia are well known herbs used in the treatment of hypertension. These herbs contain several different bioactive constituents including alkaloids, lectins, rotenones, flavonoids and isoflavones, among others, which research indicates as being cardioprotective, promote vascular health and reduce blood pressure. As the mechanisms of action are different for each herb, due to the varying bioactive compounds present, they can be used alone or in combination for these indications. Patients being treated with the above-described herbs need to be carefully monitored, particularly for interactions with any concomitant antihypertensive medication-and herbal doses individually tailored.