The inhaler is a device that has become indispensable for many people who have small children. Thanks to this device, parents themselves can now cure various ailments in their children at home, for example, bronchitis, sinusitis, pharyngitis, asthma and other respiratory diseases. Due to the fact that the drug turns into an aerosol, which quickly reaches the desired organs, a person is rapidly recovering, and he does not have complications. Today we will consider such a popular device as the Omron inhaler. The nebulizer of this brand has become popular in Russia and other post-Soviet countries, and why it is, read about it below.
Device Benefits
Inhaler therapy is one of the types of treatment that is used for diseases of the upper and lower respiratory tract to quickly deliver the drug to the right place. A nebulizer is a device that converts liquid medication into an aerosol. Depending on the method of such a transformation, compressor, ultrasonic and electron meshdevices.
Japanese company Omron He althcare specializes and manufactures all types of nebulizers - for any pocket and service location (home, hospital). However, compressor devices are the most popular among Russians and Ukrainians. Firstly, they are several times cheaper than other types of units, and secondly, they are universal (suitable for both children and adults), and manufacturers also take care of the build quality of their nebulizers, so people know that if you purchase device of this Japanese company, then it will work for more than one year.
Despite the fact that the company produces several different types of such devices, Russians most often purchase the Omron NE-C24 inhaler. Therefore, today this particular device will be considered, which is suitable for the treatment of the upper and lower respiratory tract in both children and mature people.
What's the difference?
Children's compressor inhaler "Omron" differs from the model for adults only in that the noise level in it is much lower. It would seem that this is an insignificant drawback, but it is the buzz that often scares the kids. Therefore, manufacturers have made sure that the treatment procedure with this nebulizer does not turn into a nightmare. The Omron NE-C24 inhaler is one of the quietest units in its category - only 43 dB (for comparison, most other similar children's devices have a noise level of 65 dB). Therefore, the baby will not be afraid of sounds, and other family members will not be distracted byextraneous noise during the procedure.
Nebulizer set
The Omron NE-C24 compressor inhaler is sold in a cardboard box, in which, in addition to the device itself, there are the following elements:
- 2 attachments: mouth and nose;
- 3 masks: adult, child and baby;
- air silicone tube;
- nebulizer kit;
- filters;
- network adapter;
- accessory storage bag;
- instruction.
Preparation for work
- Connecting the AC adapter. First, make sure the power switch is in the passive position. Then you need to insert the cord plug into the compressor power socket, and only then you can connect the device to the network.
- Adding medication to the Omron inhaler. The nebulizer must be placed on a flat surface, the mouthpiece and plug should be removed from the device chamber, and the cover removed. Then you need to fill in the required amount of medication. It is also important to make sure that the baffle is well positioned on the nebulizer kit. After that, put the cap back on and tighten it tightly so that the medicine does not spill.
- Attach the desired attachment. Depending on what exactly the person will be treating (a runny nose or a cough), a mouthpiece, nasal diffuser or mask is installed. Moreover, the last element also needs to be selected: if inhalation is done to the baby, then a small nozzle should be fixed.
- Connecting the air tube. It is necessary to slightly bend the silicone objectand fix it in the connector on the compressor on one side, and on the drug reservoir on the other.
That's the whole process of assembling the nebulizer. And now it's time to learn how to use the nozzles correctly so that the aerosol enters the body as much as possible and the therapy is successful.
Proper use of appliance parts
- Mouthpiece operation. Take this element in your mouth, holding your teeth tightly and closing your lips, and inhale. During the procedure, you need to breathe evenly, calmly, and you need to exhale through the mouthpiece. Talking, laughing during therapy is prohibited.
- Operating the nosepiece. It is required to install this element in the olfactory organ so that the aerosol enters the respiratory tract as much as possible. During the procedure, you should inhale through your nose, but exhale through your mouth.
- Using a mask. The patch must be put on in such a way that it completely covers the person's mouth and nose. Exhale through the mask.
Care and storage
In order for the Omron inhaler to last more than one year, it must be properly used and protected. So, the main key points to follow.
- Do not leave the appliance unattended in a room where there are children or infirm persons.
- Do not drop the machine or subject it to strong impacts.
- You can not store the nebulizer at too low or high temperatures (optimally 20-24 degrees), with high humidity(more than 70%), as well as under direct sunlight.
- Do not twist or bend the air tube.
- Never clean the appliance with gasoline, thinner or other flammable products.
- If a person goes on a trip and takes this inhaler with him, then the device should be transported in the bag that is included in the kit.
- Mobile phones and other devices that generate strong electrical and electromagnetic fields should not be used near the medical device. This may cause the inhaler to malfunction and create an unsafe situation. It is recommended to keep a distance of at least 7 m.
Parents' opinions
Compressor inhaler "Omron" has only positive reviews. Most parents report such good points in using it.
- When using this nebulizer, children quickly get rid of coughs and runny noses without complications.
- Thanks to the bright colors (the Omron NE-C24 inhaler is available in yellow or white), as well as the presence of toys on the device, even the smallest girls and boys are distracted from the procedure and quietly examine the device.
- Sufficiently low noise level, which does not frighten children, unlike other models of inhalers, allows you to safely perform the procedure.
And parents also say that this device is quite mobile - thanks to its low weight (only 270 g) and good designyou can take it with you on trips.
Some moms were at first confused and didn't know whether to buy them an inhaler or not. The thing is that they thought that it would be difficult to work with the device. But as it turned out, all their fears were in vain. The Omron inhaler is very convenient and easy to use, it does not require any special skills, so it can be used by both children (under the supervision of parents) and adults.
Some users, having bought this device, were worried about how noticeable the loss of the medicine would be at the moment it was inhaled through the device. However, unlike other models of similar units, the Omron NE-C24 inhaler, thanks to the unique mouthpiece design, minimizes drug loss best of all. This ensures the maximum intake of aerosol during inhalation and a slight loss of the agent during exhalation.
Omron inhaler: device price
The cost of such a device for the treatment of respiratory diseases is different. It all depends on the model of the unit, size, noise level, additional characteristics (for example, the presence of a charger and battery, an antibacterial filter, a timer, a backlit display, etc.). It is clear that the more various auxiliary functions there are, the more expensive the Omron inhaler will be. The price of nebulizers of this brand varies between 3,000–20,000 rubles. More affordable models are designed for home procedures, while expensive devices are designed for the most part for medical institutions.
OnToday, the most popular model of the device is the Omron NE-C24 inhaler. The cost of this device ranges from 2800-3500 rubles.
Now you know what the Omron inhaler is, what are its advantages over other similar devices. Undoubtedly, its main advantage is quality, then quiet operation and, of course, the price, which is affordable for every resident of Russia and Ukraine. We found out that the most popular model is the Omron NE-C24 nebulizer, which is universal because it is suitable for very young children, as well as adults.
