What Is A Nebulizer?

A nebulizer is a breathing therapy that's sometimes prescribed as a treatment for asthma. This device can deliver the same asthma medications found in metered-dose inhalers (MDIs). These are pocket-sized inhalers most individuals are familiar with. Some might find nebulizers easier to use than traditional inhalers, particularly children who can't use proper inhalers yet or adults whose asthma is particularly severe. Nebulizers have liquid medicine dispensed into them, which is then converted into a mist that's inhaled. The device can be battery operated or electric and plugged into the wall. Patients also have the option of a portable size or a larger size meant to plug into the wall and sit on a counter or table.