Mesh Nebuliser

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A nebuliser is a machine that converts liquid medication into a fine mist to be inhaled into the lungs. There are different types of nebulisers available.

Comparison of 3 common types of nebulisers

Types

Jet Nebuliser

Mesh Nebuliser

Ultrasonic Nebuliser

Advantages

Cheap (purchase and maintenance)
Easy to use

Portable and easy to use
Shorter inhalation duration
Most have self-contained power source (battery operated)
Relatively more efficient than jet and ultrasonic nebulizer due to more optimal particle size and higher drug concentration

Easy to use
More efficient drug delivery compared to jet nebuliser

Disadvantages

Need additional tubings
Relatively more bulky due to the compressor and tubings
Generally needs a power point
Relatively less efficient in drug delivery

Relatively more expensive (especially maintenance)
More difficult cleaning for those which mesh can be separated
Not suitable for viscous liquid or those that can crystallize on drying

Some drugs (budesonide) are not suitable for ultrasonic
Degradation of heat-sensitive drugs as heat is generated during the process
Large residual volume
Generally needs a power point
Relatively more bulky

Disclaimer: The advantages and disadvantages are based on the basic concepts of drug delivery via the different types of nebulizer and are accurate up to the date of publication

The leaflet below illustrates the general use and cleaning of mesh nebulisers.

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Disclaimers

Please take note that the above is not a complete list of all possible side effects. If you have any concerns about your medication or if you have other side effects that you think are caused by this medication, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.

If you take more than the recommended dose, please seek medical advice immediately. The information provided on this page does not replace information from your healthcare professional. Please consult your healthcare professional for more information.

This article is jointly developed by members of the National Medication Information workgroup. The workgroup consists of cluster partners (National Healthcare Group, National University Health System, and SingHealth), community pharmacies (Guardian, Unity, and Watsons), and the Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore. The content does not reflect drug availability and supply information in pharmacies and healthcare institutions. You are advised to check with the respective institutions for such information.