Although your health care provider will recommend a suitable nebulizer for your medication administration, you may still have choices when it comes to brand, size, or maximum input of medication. If you’ve decided that using a nebulizer for respiratory treatment is right for you or a loved one then here are some guides in finding a nebulizer that should work for you.

Compatibility with the medical condition

The choice of the device should be tailored to your condition.

Age, physical & cognitive ability of patients

Elderly and infant may have a limited knowledge of operating devices. Cognitive decline in elderly means that more complex manoeuvres with handheld devices will be challenging.

Efficiency of device

Your healthcare provider will recommend a nebulizer that is most efficient for your use.

Portability

It is important to opt for a device that is easy to use according to your lifestyle.

Surrounding factor

When and where the aerosol therapy is required can also impact device selection.

Multiple dose convenience

Using the same device or decreasing the number of different devices will make you adhere more to therapy while minimizing the confusion caused.

Durability

Ensure that the nebulizer you choose is of good durability so that it can withstand daily cleaning procedures.