Ajmaline is a synthetic compound that belongs to the class of indole alkaloids. This substance is also known by a variety of synonyms, including agmaline, dihydro-ajmaline and ajmalicine. Ajmaline is used in various medical applications, such as in electrophysiological studies of the heart and to treat certain cardiac arrhythmias. Other synonyms for ajmaline include raubasine, deserpidine, and reserpine. These compounds have similar properties and are also used for the treatment of various heart conditions. Ajmaline is derived from the Indian ajwain plant, which is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of numerous ailments.