What Is a Nebulizer?

A Nebulizer changes medication from a liquid to a mist so you can inhale it into your lungs.

Nebulizers come in the home (tabletop) and portable models. Home nebulizers are larger, and you have to plug them into an electrical outlet. Portable nebulizers run on batteries, or you can plug them into a car outlet. Some are only a bit bigger than a deck of cards, so you can carry them in a bag or briefcase. 

• Compressor Nebulizers – Compressor nebulizers are powered by a compressed gas that flows at high velocity through the liquid medicine to turn it into aerosol form. These are less expensive and offer a range of particle sizes output. Also known as tabletop nebulizers, they are heavy and are not meant to be carried around. They may be more suitable for those who prefer stationary use. They require an electric outlet for operation and have a tendency to be a little noisy.

Talk to your doctor about whether a mouthpiece or a mask is right for you or your child. Face masks, which fit over the nose and mouth, are often better for children under 5 because they breathe through their nose more than older children and adults do.

Why Might You Use a Nebulizer?

Cartoon Nebulizer For Kids are especially good for infants or small children asthma medications. They are are also helpful when you have trouble using an asthma inhaler or need a large dose of an inhaled medication.

Nebulized therapy is often called a breathing treatment. You can use Adult Nebulizers with a variety of medications, both for controlling asthma symptoms and for relief right away.

A nebulizer is a piece of medical equipment that a person with asthma or another respiratory condition can use to administer medication directly and quickly to the lungs.

A Medical Nebulizer turns liquid medicine into a very fine mist that a person can inhale through a face mask or mouthpiece. Taking medicine this way allows it to go straight into the lungs and the respiratory system where it is needed. 

The choice of the Aerosol Nebulizer should be tailored to your condition. Different diseases require different interventions. Upper respiratory diseases such as the common cold may require larger particle size while lower respiratory diseases as COPD require smaller particle size. For example, compressor nebulizer offers a range of particle size while mesh nebulizer offers consistent particle size. 

Your healthcare provider will recommend a Home Portable Nebulizer that is most efficient for your use. Know that certain medications work best with specific types of nebulizers, and some medications (such as medications that are more viscous) have limitations for which nebulizers they can be used with. Also, keep in mind that the therapy is only effective if the device is operated correctly. Make sure your ability to use the nebulizer is assessed by a competent healthcare professional. If you are unable to use the device properly, discuss with your healthcare provider for an alternative. If your child is using the nebulizer, ensure that your health care provider periodically reviews to ensure the most appropriate aerosol device is being used as your child grows.