Almitrine is the active principle of the drug commercially available as Vectarion.
Vectorion is a breathing stimulant that promotes respiration in cases of acute respiratory failure.
Indications
Respiratory insufficiency; chronic obstructive bronchitis.
Side effects
Agitation; anxiety; diarrhea; sleep disturbance; Headache; chest pain; indigestion; nausea; palpitation; paresthesia (abnormal tingling, stinging or burning sensation); conscious awareness of respiratory movements; weight loss; epigastric weight sensation; urticaria; vertigo; vomiting.
Contraindications
Pregnancy and breastfeeding; severe liver disease.
How to use
Adults (weight greater than 50 kg): 25 to 50 mg 2x / day.
Adults (weighing less than 50 kg): single dose of 50 mg / day.
Comments:
This medicine should be swallowed with food.
