What Is a Nebulizer Mask?

A nebulizer mask looks and is very similar to a regular oxygen mask commonly used in the hospital. Unlike a mouthpiece, it covers the mouth and nose and is usually held onto the face using an elastic band.

Many medications are available as inhaled treatments. Inhaled methods deliver medication directly to the airway, which is helpful for lung diseases. The patient and health care provider can choose from a variety of delivery systems for inhaling medication.

A nebulizer delivery system consists of a nebulizer (small plastic bowl with a screw-top lid) and a source for compressed air. The air flow to the nebulizer changes the medication solution to a mist. When inhaled correctly, the medication has a better chance to reach the small airways. This increases the medication's effectiveness.

What is Aerosol in Nebulizer?
An aerosol is a suspension of liquid and/or solid particles, usually administered by a medical device like an
inhaler. A medical device is used to convert the medication into fine aerosol particles which can be inhaled or propelled directly into the airway and lungs