How to use an inhaler correctly: there are contraindications that many forget about
The medicine can not only be drunk, but also inhaled - our grandmothers knew this, who treated colds with warm steam rising from herbal decoctions.
If you want your inhaler to become your ally in the fight against infection, you should learn how to use it correctly.
What is important to know?
If you do not want to harm yourself or your child, before you start using the inhaler, visit a doctor and, of course, carefully read the instructions for the device.
Absolute contraindications include: temperature above 37.5 degrees, cardiovascular or respiratory failure, and a predisposition to nosebleeds.
How to inhale – through the nose or through the mouth – depends on what disease you have been diagnosed with.
Ordinary water cannot be used to dilute the medicine for the nebulizer, as it is not sterile.
As for time, inhalations should be performed no earlier than 1.5 hours after eating. After the procedure, wait another hour before eating, drinking or talking.
During inhalation, it is recommended to hold your breath for 1-2 seconds before exhaling.
And finally: for 3-4 hours after the procedure, avoid going outside and exposure to cold air.
