How long do adults and children need to breathe with an inhaler?
Inhalation is one of the most effective ways to treat respiratory diseases. First, the medicine is directly delivered to the area of inflammation. Secondly, the sprayed form of the medicine interacts more quickly with microbes, dilutes sputum and creates conditions for the removal of mucus. Thirdly, it is absorbed into the blood faster and promotes a speedy recovery.
In modern medicine, a nebulizer is used to treat the respiratory system - a device that converts medicine into an aerosol form that is easily inhaled by the patient. Due to the compactness, availability and price of the device, inhalations can be done at home.
The content of the article
- Rules for using inhalers at home
- How long can an adult breathe with an inhaler?
- How long can a child breathe with an inhaler (nebulizer) (during the first and subsequent inhalations)
- Frequency of inhalations at home
- How many times a day can you breathe with an inhaler?
- How many days can you breathe with an inhaler?
Rules for using inhalers at home
Following the dosage prescribed by the doctor, prepare the required amount of a mixture of the medicinal substance and saline solution. Sit comfortably with the mask pressed tightly to your face. During the procedure, it is recommended to breathe deeply and evenly, helping the medicine penetrate the bronchi more easily.
Reference:
- The procedure is carried out no earlier than 1.5 hours after eating.
- Strictly observe the dosage of the medicinal solution or the time of the procedure.
- Drink and eat no earlier than 30-60 minutes after the inhalation procedure.
- You cannot do inhalations at temperatures above 37.5 degrees, purulent sore throat, heart failure and high blood pressure.
Also, the duration of the procedure may depend on the nebulizer model. Detailed information about the capabilities of the device can be found in the characteristics and instructions for the device.
How long can an adult breathe with an inhaler?
The average duration of the procedure for adults is 10 minutes, depending on the amount of medication. Therefore, if, when pouring the solution, it was not possible to comply with the dose prescribed by the doctor, it is recommended that during the procedure, monitor the amount of medicine on the scale on the cup of the device. In any case, you should not exceed the time of inhalation of the solution beyond 15 minutes.
If several family members use the nebulizer, it is necessary to take a break from its operation for half an hour and disinfect the mask after each session.
How long can a child breathe with an inhaler (nebulizer) (during the first and subsequent inhalations)
The use of inhalations for a child is determined by the temperament and condition of the patient. However, for minimal benefit from the procedure, it should last at least 5-6 minutes. Due to the novelty and fear of the small patient, the first session can last at least 3 minutes. Since it is necessary to breathe calmly during inhalation, it is recommended to first create conditions for a more relaxed taking of the medicine (turn on your favorite cartoon, music, or read a fairy tale to him).
The mother's measured voice and tactile influence will help have a calming effect on the baby.There are nebulizer models that allow inhalation while lying down.
After the first acquaintance with the new equipment, further procedures take longer. Time for small children is 5–7 minutes, for older children 7–10 minutes. The total duration of each session cannot exceed 10 minutes.
Important! The remains of the diluted medicine should not be stored.
Frequency of inhalations at home
Traditionally, inhalations are done twice a day. As prescribed by the doctor, the number of procedures can be increased.
It is recommended to continue the course of treatment for 5–10 days. The duration of the course varies depending on the medication used.
How many times a day can you breathe with an inhaler?
As a rule, inhalation is carried out 1-1.5 hours after a meal. If used 2 times a day - after breakfast and after dinner. When prescribing miramistin or berodual, it is possible to use the inhaler three times a day. Complications and exacerbations of some diseases allow inhalations up to 4 times a day. In such cases, observation and consultation with a doctor is necessary.
How many days can you breathe with an inhaler?
Any type of cough is treated using inhalations. The duration of treatment depends on the doctor’s prescription or on its results: from 2–3 days to 10–11 days.
Attention! Self-medication is recommended for prolonged use of the device.
Important! This article is not a guide to action, nor is it official information from WHO or doctors. Please be careful and contact your doctor for advice.
When the attending physician prescribes several medications for cough, the first is inhalation with a bronchodilator; after half an hour, you can do the procedure with a drug that facilitates the removal of sputum.
In the case of prescribed inhalation therapy, it is not recommended to cancel inhalations through a nebulizer due to high temperature; refusal of inhalations can harm the child.