Almitrine

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.