Læknablaðið - 01.12.1957, Side 90

LÆKN ABLAÐIÐ
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the drug of choice
... as a tranquilizing agent
in anxiety and tension states
.. .in hypertension
RAIiDIXI l\l
Squibb Wliole Root Rauwolfia
As a tranquilzing agent, Raudizin is useful in
the treatment of anxiety and tension states. It producec a
calming effect, usually free lethargy and hangover,
and without the loss of alertness often associated
with barbiturate sadation. It does not significantly lower
the blood pressure of normotensive patients.
In hypertension, Raudixin produces a gradual, sustained
lowering of blood pressure. In addition, its mild
bradycardic effect helps reduce the work load of the heart.
° Less likely to produce depression.
° Less likely ta produce Parkinson-like symptonis.
0 Causes no liver dysfunction.
0 No serial blood counts necessary during maintenance therapy.
° Not habit-forming' — tolerance and cunudation not reported.
° The hazard of overdosage is virtually absent.
Raudixin supplies the total activity of the whole
rauwolfia root, accurately standardized by a rigorous series
of test methods to assure consistent, predictable
results. The total activity of Raudizin is not accounted
for by its resespine content alone.
S u p p 1 y : 50 mg. and 100 mg. tablets,
bottle of 25, 100 and 1000.
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