What Can Be Used in a Nebulizer?
Nebulizers are used to help asthmatics control their symptoms and keep their airways and lungs functioning as close to normally as possible. A doctor can prescribe medications for use in a nebulizer depending on the patient's needs.
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Mechanics
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Nebulizers convert liquid medication into a mist that is inhaled by an asthmatic into the lungs in order to ease a bronchospasm. The patient can use one of many medications with his nebulizer, which will help him control his asthma.
Albuterol
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Doctors have wide prescribing latitude in order to find the most effective formulation of a medication for patients. Albuterol comes in a liquid enclosed in a small ampule; the dose is pre-measured.
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Intal
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Also called cromolyn sodium, Intal comes in pre-measured plastic ampules for use in a nebulizer. Intal is a prophylactic medication to be used along with a bronchodilator medication.
Atrovent
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This medication is known as ipratroprium bromide monohydrate. Atrovent acts as a bronchodilator and, as a liquid solution, it is delivered through the nebulizer.
Pulmicort Respules
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Pulmicort Respules are designed for use in jet nebulizers, which deliver a pressurized stream of air through tubing and into the patient's lungs. This medication is intended to be used in a nebulizer by itself.
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