Beneficial effects of pimobendan on exercise tolerance and quality of life in patients with heart failure. Results of a multicenter trial. The Pimobendan Multicenter Research Group.

Abstract

These data demonstrate that pimobendan significantly increases exercise duration, peak VO2, and quality of life in patients with heart failure. Pimobendan appears to be useful adjunctive therapy when added to digitalis, diuretics, and vasodilators.