How it works of Nebulizer machine treatment
Converts liquid to mist: An air compressor turns liquid medicine into a breathable aerosol.
Direct delivery: You inhale the mist through a mouthpiece or mask, sending medicine directly to your lungs.
Opens airways: Medications like albuterol relax airway muscles, while others help thin mucus, improving airflow.
Asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Bronchitis, and Cystic Fibrosis.
How to use a nebulizer
Fill the cup: Pour the prescribed liquid medicine (and saline, if needed) into the nebulizer cup.
Assemble: Secure the top, connect the tubing to the cup and the compressor, and attach the mask or mouthpiece.
Breathe: Sit upright, turn on the machine, and breathe normally through the mouthpiece or mask until the mist stops (5-20 mins).
Swallow saliva: Swallow any saliva that collects, as it contains medicine.
Key points
Time: Treatments take several minutes (5-20+).
Maintenance: Keep the machine clean and change filters as directed.
When to use: A doctor may prescribe it if inhalers are difficult to use or for severe respiratory issues.
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