Description :
Mesh nebulizers use a vibrating mesh to create the mist:
- A piezo element vibrates the mesh substrate
- The mesh pushes the liquid through its holes
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The result is a consistent mist of medication particles
Mesh nebulizers have several advantages, including:
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Portability: They are compact and lightweight
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Efficiency: They deliver medication quickly and efficiently
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Ease of use: They are easy to use and are preferred by patients over jet nebulizers
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Suitability for high-cost drugs: Their high nebulization efficiency makes them suitable for expensive drugs
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Good for ventilated patients: They don’t require gas flow to generate an aerosol, which is beneficial for ventilated patients
However, mesh nebulizers can be less efficient at nebulizing suspensions, and they can be difficult to clean and disinfect. Some medicines, like those containing hyaluronic acid, brine, essential oils, or oily substances, should not be used in mesh nebulizers.
