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RESERPINE

VOL.: 10 (1976) (p. 217)

5. Summary of Data Reported and Evaluation

5.1 Animal carcinogenicity data

No adequate tests to assess the carcinogenicity of reserpine in experimental animals were available to the Working Group.

5.2 Human carcinogenicity data

Results from a number of epidemiological studies are not consistent in indicating an increased risk of cancer in patients exposed to Rauwolfia derivatives, and any conclusion about the existence of a risk should await further evidence.

Subsequent evaluations: Vol. 24 (1980); Suppl. 7 (1987)

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    See Also:
       Toxicological Abbreviations
       Reserpine (PIM 467)
       Reserpine  (IARC Summary & Evaluation, Supplement7, 1987)
       Reserpine (IARC Summary & Evaluation, Volume 24, 1980)