- aerosol feed rate - 0.07 ml / min
- cloud particle size - 3 microns
- drug reservoir volume - max. 10 ml
- productivity - 0.25 ml / min
- atmospheric pressure - 700 - 1060 hPa
Inhalers create aerosols with different microparticle sizes. The peculiarity of treatment and the recovery time of a child or the whole family depend on the type of "miracle device". To choose the right inhaler-nebulizer for home use, understand the features of each of them. And then the question, which one is better to buy, will disappear by itself.
- Steam inhalers produce hot coarse droplets. They effectively treat diseases of the upper respiratory tract. Vapors of herbal decoctions or essential oils cause blood flow to the mucous membrane and thin phlegm well, eliminating congestion in the sinuses. Unpretentious models treat diseases of the ear, throat and nose, but cannot cope with bronchitis.
- Diseases of the lower respiratory tract, including bronchial asthma, are treated with an inhaler-nebulizer. It produces fine particles, converting the medicine not into hot steam, but into an aerosol that penetrates deep into the lungs. Unlike steam baths, nebulizer inhalation can be done at high body temperatures.
The complete set of many models includes two masks for a child and an adult, a nozzle (mouthpiece) for the mouth and nose. Thanks to them, the medicine is not sprayed into the air, but goes directly to the focus of the disease, moisturizing the mucous membranes well. Manufacturers recommend using masks for babies and debilitated patients who cannot hold the mouthpiece in their mouth.
Which inhaler-nebulizer is better - compressor or ultrasonic?
There are compressor nebulizers, ultrasonic and mesh nebulizers. When choosing a good medical inhaler, read on the package or in the instructions what sizes of microparticles the model you have chosen creates. Consider the nuances:
- grains of 5-10 microns in size settle in the oral cavity, in the nasopharynx and larynx,
- 3-5 microns in size - in the trachea and bronchi,
- 1-3 microns - affect the foci of the disease in the lower respiratory tract,
- 0.5-2 microns - treat the alveoli (bubble-shaped cells in the lungs).
To decide which inhaler is better - ultrasonic or compressor, delve into the details.
| Pros of nebulizers (compressor inhalers) | Minuses |
| Spray drugs of any composition | Form large drops that do not reach the distant parts of the bronchial tree |
| Low price | Nebulizer needs periodic replacement |
| Large dimensions | |
| Loud operating noise |
- A compressor inhaler creates an aerosol with a powerful stream of compressed air. Works loud. Many models have a switchover function to produce different particle sizes. It can be used to treat the upper and lower respiratory tract.
- An ultrasonic inhaler produces microparticles using ultrasound. As well as compressor, it is intended for the treatment of the upper and lower respiratory tract. But the spectrum of its action is limited.Ultrasound destroys the structure of drugs containing hormones, antibiotics, as well as antiseptics and suspensions. Therefore, be careful, read the composition of medicinal solutions before proceeding with inhalation.
- Mesh nebulizer combines the advantages of its "brothers". Almost all types of medicines can be used in it. It passes the drug cloud through the membrane with the smallest holes that penetrate into the very depths of the trachea, bronchi and bronchioles. Mesh models are small, lightweight and battery operated. It is convenient to take them with you on the road and make inhalation even for sleeping young children.
| Pros of ultrasound inhalers | Minuses |
| Highly concentrated drugs are delivered to the distant parts of the bronchial tree. | It is impossible to use most drugs (antibiotics, mucolytics, hormones) due to the destruction of their particles by ultrasound |
| Nebulizer replacement is not required | It is necessary to frequently change the piezoelectric element (a converter of electricity into vibrations that create an aerosol cloud) |
| Compact dimensions | High price |
| Noiselessness |
To choose the right inhaler for the whole family, pay attention to models with a universal spray. They simultaneously produce aerosols with large and small microparticles, which are deposited in the nasopharynx, in the middle and lower respiratory tract. You will be able to treat the entire respiratory system with one inhalation procedure.
How to choose an inhaler for a child
Children's models of nebulizers are the same functional devices as ordinary ones. Only differ in original design. With the toy inhaler, treatment can be turned into a fun game. The kid will cease to be afraid of the upcoming procedure, he will look forward to it. For more confidence, you can use the device with it.
Choosing an inhaler-nebulizer for your home is not a daunting task. To buy the best, read reviews on the forums, compare models and give preference to well-known brands.
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