An inhaler is a device that has become indispensable for many people who have small children. Thanks to this device, parents 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 necessary 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 countries of the post-Soviet space, and why it is, read about it below.
Device advantages
Inhaler therapy is one of the types of treatment that is used for diseases of the upper and lower respiratory tract to promptly deliver the drug to the right place. A nebulizer is a device that turns a liquid medicine into an aerosol. Depending on the method of such conversion, compressor, ultrasonic and electronic-mesh devices are distinguished.
The Japanese company Omron Healthcare specializes and produces all types of nebulizers - for any pocket and place of service (for home, hospital). However, the most popular among Russians and Ukrainians are compressor devices. Firstly, they are several times cheaper than other types of units, secondly, they are universal (suitable for both children and adults), and manufacturers also took 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, the Russians most often purchase the Omron inhaler model NE-C24. Therefore, today this particular popular device that is suitable for the treatment of upper and lower respiratory tracts in both children and mature people will be examined.
What is the difference?
The compressor children's inhaler Omron differs from the adult model only in that the noise level in it is much lower. It would seem that this is an insignificant flaw, but it is precisely 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 by extraneous noise during the procedure.
Nebulizer Options
Omron NE-C24 compressor inhaler is sold in a cardboard box, in which, in addition to the device itself, there are such elements:
- 2 nozzles: for mouth and nose;
- 3 masks: adult, children and babies;
- silicone air tube ;
- nebulizer chamber;
- Filters
- network adapter ;
- bag for storing accessories;
- instruction.
Preparation for work
- Connect AC adapter. First, make sure that the power switch is in the passive position. Then you need to insert the cord plug into the compressor power connector and only then can you connect the device to the network.
- Adding medicine to the Omron inhaler. The nebulizer must be placed on a flat surface, the mouthpiece and the plug should be removed from the device’s camera, and the cover should be removed. Then you need to fill in the required amount of medication. It is also important to make sure that the chipper is well mounted on the nebulizer chamber. After that, you should put the lid in place and tighten it tightly so that the medicine does not spill.
- Attaching the necessary nozzle. Depending on what exactly the person will treat (runny nose or cough), a mouthpiece, nose diffuser or mask is installed. Moreover, the last element also needs to be chosen: if the baby is inhaled, then a small nozzle should be fixed.
- Air duct connection. It is necessary to slightly bend the silicone object and fix it in the connector on the compressor on the one hand, and on the drug reservoir on the other.
So the whole assembly process of the nebulizer is painted. And now is the 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 parts
- Operation of the mouthpiece. Take this element into your mouth, tightly holding your teeth 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.
- Operation nozzles for the nose. It is required to install this element in the organ of smell so that the aerosol enters the airways as much as possible. During the procedure, inhale through the nose, but exhale through the mouth.
- Using a mask. The cover must be put on so that it completely covers the person’s mouth and nose. You should exhale through the mask.
Care and storage
In order for the Omron inhaler to serve more than one year, it must be properly used and protected. So, the main key points to follow.
- Do not leave the device unattended in a room with children or disabled persons.
- Do not drop the device or subject it to strong shock.
- Do not store the nebulizer at too low or high temperatures (optimally 20-24 degrees), at high humidity (more than 70%), and also in direct sunlight.
- Do not twist and bend the air tube.
- In no case should you 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.
- Near a medical device, do not use mobile phones or other devices that generate strong electric and electromagnetic fields. This can lead to disruption of the inhaler and create an unsafe situation. A minimum distance of 7 m is recommended.
Opinions of parents
Compressor inhaler Omron has only positive reviews. Most parents note such good points in its use.
- When using this nebulizer, children quickly cough, as well as a runny nose, and there are no complications.
- Due to the bright colors (Omron inhaler NE-C24 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.
- A sufficiently low noise level that does not scare the kids, unlike other models of inhalers, allows you to safely perform the procedure.
And parents say that this device is quite mobile - due to its low weight (only 270 g) and its good design, you can take it with you on trips.
Some mothers were at first lost and did not know whether to buy an inhaler or not. The thing is that they thought 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, therefore it can be used by both children (under the supervision of parents) and adults.
Some users, having bought this device, were worried how tangible the loss of the medicine would be when it was inhaled through the device. However, unlike other models of such units, the Omron nebulizer NE-C24, thanks to the unique design of the mouthpiece, minimizes the loss of medication best of all. This ensures maximum aerosol intake during inhalation and a slight loss of funds during exhalation.
Omron inhaler: device price
The cost of such an apparatus 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, antibacterial filter, timer, backlit display, etc.). It is clear that the more various auxiliary functions will be, the more expensive the Omron inhaler will be. The price of nebulizers of this brand varies between 3000-20 000 rubles. More affordable models are designed for carrying out procedures at home, and expensive devices are designed mainly for medical institutions.
To date, the most popular model of the device is the Omron inhaler NE-C24. 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 work 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 suits very young children, as well as adults.