We often get asked “does the nebuliser come with a mask?” The answer in most cases is YES and where the manufacturer doesn’t include one we, where appropriate, will always put one in free of charge despite what the image may show on our website
Your health professional may recommend you use a mouthpiece as some nebuliser medications such as Ipratropium can occasionally cause eye problems. Others such as antibiotics and steroids are safer when nebulised through a closed system such as a Sidestream Plus or a Pari LC Sprint and work better when used with a mouthpiece if you do prefer a mask please phone us for advice on 01942 701210
Kate emailed to say
"I am getting more converted to using a mouthpiece but find some more comfortable to use than others.
The side stream one is very good.
Ventstream - Good for anti-biotics etc though hefty!
Pari LC Sprint - OK and getting use to it. (My new neb!)
Micro Elite - I never really got on with this system, design, shape etc.
Omron Micro air - very good as soft.
I do however prefer a mask if my asthma is deteriorating and always use one when in hospital"
Kate emailed to say
"I am getting more converted to using a mouthpiece but find some more comfortable to use than others.
The side stream one is very good.
Ventstream - Good for anti-biotics etc though hefty!
Pari LC Sprint - OK and getting use to it. (My new neb!)
Micro Elite - I never really got on with this system, design, shape etc.
Omron Micro air - very good as soft.
I do however prefer a mask if my asthma is deteriorating and always use one when in hospital"
(A laryngectomy or tracheostomy mask is slightly different and fittings can vary but we are here to help you chose the most suitable nebuliser.)
So the answer in most cases is YES, the nebuliser will come with a mask. If you would like to share your experience or if you are still unsure please feel free to contact us via email HERE, comment below or telephone and we’ll be happy to help.
Hello!
ReplyDeleteI am getting more converted to using a mouthpiece but find some more comfortable to use than others.
The side stream one is very good.
Ventstream - Good for anti-biotics etc though hefty!
Pari LC Sprint - OK and getting use to it. (My new neb!)
Micro Elite - I never really got on with this system, design, shape etc.
Omron Micro air - very good as soft.
I do however prefer a mask if my asthma is deteriorating and always use one when in hospital.
Some meds should only be used with a mouthpiece such as Atrovent (long term use) though in A&E in an accute attack they often give it via mask.
Antibiotics and steroids should be mouthpiece and via the ventstream system so it isn't spread around.
Hope these snippets of info are useful!
Sorry bit of a typo in my above comment I'll try again
ReplyDeleteMany thanks for your comments Kate. Its always great to hear from people who actually use the products. Sorry to hear you're not keen on the Micro Elite, maybe when you're more comfortable with a mouthpiece you may come to love it a little more?
Kind Regards Gail
i have a friend who has asthma and is using a blue ventolin inhaler she also tkes steriods now her doc has given her an extension piece which she has to release say for puffs from her ventolinand i was wodering should we consult her doctor before getting one of your nebulizers into the cylinder and then has to take breaths from this
ReplyDeleteYou are quite right, your friend does need to speak to her doctor as for a nebuliser to work the Ventolin has to be in liquid form. Nebulisers at home aren't suitable for everyone and many people find that, once they have mastered the type of device your friend has been given, it will be able to provide an excellent therapy. Have a look round the blog there is lots of helpful advice and don't forget our 'Kindred Spirits' who are always happy to provide independent advice.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comment
Kind Regards Gail