What are the commonly used drugs for nebulization

Nebulization is a common method for treating pneumonia. The effect of nebulization treatment is very good. Whether it is adults, children, or even babies, nebulization can be used to treat symptoms such as cough and phlegm in the throat. Nebulization requires the addition of medicine. However, some drugs are not very effective. So, what are the drugs commonly used for nebulization? In fact, there are many nebulized drugs, which are mainly divided into the following three categories.

Three categories of commonly used nebulized drugs

Inhaled corticosteroids

Main function: Reduce airway inflammation and effectively control baby's wheezing and coughing symptoms.

Commonly used drugs in hospitals: budesonide suspension (0.5~1mg/time, combined with 2mL of normal saline nebulization inhalation each time, 1~4 times a day), which takes effect quickly and can exert anti-inflammatory effects in 10~20 minutes, and is very effective for emergencies.

Bronchodilators

Main functions: It is a commonly used medicine for baby asthma and wheezing. Nebulizer inhalation is the best route of administration. It is quick to take effect and has a strong antispasmodic effect.

Commonly used drugs in the hospital:

①β2 receptor agonist: terbutaline sulfate nebulizer solution (dosage 1ml/2.5mg, combined with 2mL of normal saline each time, 1 to 4 times a day), takes effect within 5 minutes of inhalation and reaches its peak within 15 minutes. This type of medicine is often used in children with obvious bronchial spasm (such as acute laryngitis).

② Anticholine drugs: The representative is ipratropium bromide suspension (250ug/time, combined with an equal amount of normal saline, 1 to 4 times a day), which takes effect within 10 to 30 minutes after inhalation and is mostly used for acute onset.

Expectorants

Main function: It can regulate the mucus secretion in the respiratory tract of children, increase the movement of cilia, and make it easier to cough up phlegm.

Commonly used drugs in hospitals: Ambroxol hydrochloride (common concentration 15 mg/mL, 1~2 ml each time by nebulization inhalation, twice a day).

Summary: The above mentioned are conventional therapeutic medications. If the child requires long-term nebulization (such as asthma), regular follow-up is required and the medication should be adjusted in time to minimize side effects.