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Nebulizer

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A nebulizer is a drug delivery device used in medicine to administer medication in the form of a mist that is inhaled into the lungs. It uses oxygen, compressed air or ultrasonic power to convert a liquid medication into small aerosol droplets, and is commonly used to treat asthma, cystic fibrosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and similar respiratory conditions.

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Standard of Care 1
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1858 2
Nebulizer
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Asthma, Conditions
Source Nebulizer (Wikipedia)
Source Nebulizer (Wikipedia)
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1. Wikipedia
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In medicine, a nebulizer or nebuliser (English) is a drug delivery device used to administer medication in the form of a mist inhaled into the lungs.
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2. Nebulizer (Wikipedia)
  • History section
    The first "powered" or pressurized inhaler was invented in France by Sales-Girons in 1858.
  • Treats: Asthma, Lead: treats Asthma
    Nebulizers are commonly used for the treatment of asthma, cystic fibrosis, COPD and other respiratory diseases or disorders.
  • Treats: Cystic Fibrosis, Lead: treats Cystic Fibrosis
    Nebulizers are commonly used for the treatment of asthma, cystic fibrosis, COPD and other respiratory diseases or disorders.
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