Does nebulization have any side effects on babies?

Whenever the seasons change, the temperature changes are always unstable, which makes many babies prone to respiratory diseases at this time. Medical technology is developing very fast now. There are many new ways to treat baby diseases. Among them, nebulization is a method popular with parents, but it is also a method that makes parents worry. Many parents believe that nebulization will bring some side effects to babies.

What is nebulization therapy

Nebulizer inhalation therapy is a commonly used method for treating respiratory diseases. It uses the principle of gas jet to disperse the drug into tiny droplets or particles suspended in the gas through a certain atomization device, and then deposits them in the respiratory tract and lungs by inhalation to achieve the therapeutic effect of the drug. It is a method of administration, just like oral medication, intramuscular injection, and intravenous infusion. However, compared with other methods of administration, nebulizer inhalation therapy has the characteristics of small dosage, faster drug effect, less systemic side effects and easy use.

Does nebulization have any side effects on babies?

1. Nebulizer therapy has relatively no side effects and is more suitable for children, but the use of nebulizer to treat respiratory diseases is not completely contraindicated.

2. Experts suggest that when children are receiving nebulizer inhalation treatment, it is best for the baby to sit in a relaxed upright position and just breathe calmly without any special cooperation.

3. During nebulization inhalation, if some situations occur, you should stop in time. For example, if the child coughs frequently, you should stop inhaling and start inhaling again after the breathing is stable. The time of nebulization inhalation depends on the volume of the liquid medicine, about 10 to 15 minutes each time. It can be done 2 to 3 times a day.

4. Experts also emphasize that you should try not to eat half an hour before nebulization inhalation to avoid the mist irritating the airway and causing vomiting during nebulization inhalation. Also, do not let the atomized liquid enter your eyes, otherwise it will cause eye discomfort. Also, do not apply oily facial cream. After each inhalation, you can rinse your mouth with saline or warm water. After atomization, the atomizer tank should be cleaned in time. It can be washed with warm water and dried before use.

5. In short, experts remind that whether you are receiving nebulization treatment at home or going to the hospital for nebulization treatment, you must go to the hospital for examination, and the doctor must adjust the medication at any time according to the individual's condition. Therefore, children and their parents should still undergo nebulization treatment under the guidance of a professional physician, and must not seek temporary convenience and treat the disease without authorization.