Inhalation is one of the most effective measures for the prevention and treatment of respiratory diseases. It is especially suitable for young children, because it is difficult for them to give medicine, and inhalation of vapors brings noticeable relief from tonsillitis and tonsillitis. There are a huge number of different ways of inhalation at home. The simplest and most well-known procedure is to sit, covered with a towel, over a pan with hot boiled potatoes, chamomile or eucalyptus broth. But today, in almost every modern family first-aid kit, there is an inhaler with a set of different excipients: from ordinary menthol fees to an antibiotic-containing emulsion.
Mixture for inhalation (for a nebulizer) is sold in almost every pharmacy, the main thing is to choose the right composition. It is advisable to consult with a specialist in advance. It is especially not worth it to self-medicate when it comes to the health of the child.
Nebulizer inhalation
Recently, many new products have appeared, and it is often difficult to choose an effective drug. Pharmacists offer us inhalation mixtures consisting of essential oils, menthol and eucalyptus. You can choose the perfect composition for both the inhaler and for oral administration. In this case, one should take into account the allergic reactions of the body, which can be caused by ether components, hypersensitivity of the upper respiratory tract and the patient's age. Inhalation with a nebulizer is not recommended for children under 2 years of age, due to the fact that the mucous membrane of the nose and mouth is very tender at this age, and essential oils and herbs can cause burns.
The method of application of these funds is extremely simple: 10-20 drops of the mixture for inhalation must be diluted in 200 ml of warm water and inhaled 2-4 times a day for 10-15 minutes. Most often, patients feel relief after just a few sessions. It is better to store inhalation mixtures in a cool, dry, dark place, since essential oils are photosensitive.
With a runny nose and hypothermia, it is advisable to use a chamomile-eucalyptus mixture for inhalation. It will open the sinuses, soften the mucous membranes, and remove the swelling of the larynx. Chamomile is an excellent antibacterial agent that has been used in pharmacology for a long time.
Respiratory diseases
In more serious diseases, such as pneumonia, tonsillitis, pharyngitis and bronchitis, it is better to use medicinal sage, which has an antimicrobial effect. This plant not only eliminates residual effects, but also directly treats and prevents complications. Penicillin-resistant microbes (such as staphylococcus aureus and streptococcus) are excellently affected by a mixture for inhalation, which includes St. John's wort. This plant is one of the main components for many inhalers, as it allows you to remove the edema of the upper respiratory tract.
With the flu
Calendula and yarrow help with tonsillitis and flu, and a mixture of licorice, rosehip and sea salt treats fungal infections of the oral cavity and dental diseases. Inhalations with these components should be done 3-4 times a day for 10-15 minutes. In parallel, doctors recommend rinsing the oral cavity with a mixture of sage and oak bark.
Decongestant mixture for inhalation
About sea salt, rich in iodine and sodium, it is worth talking separately. With a prolonged runny nose, you can try to draw in the nose with an unconcentrated solution of this substance. Swelling of the nasal sinuses will decrease markedly. Also, such procedures are detrimental to various microorganisms.
It is worth noting separately the mixture for inhalation, which includes an extract from the leaves of eucalyptus - chlorophyll. This oil decoction is designed to fight staph infection. The procedure must be performed every 3 hours, for 5 minutes. At the end of inhalation, it is recommended to gargle with infusion of sage and chamomile.
A mixture for inhalation of the sinuses is capable of inhalation mixture from marshmallow, walnut leaves, horsetail and yarrow. These plants relieve dryness and swelling, especially inhalation before bedtime will help ease the patient's condition.
After sore throat and inflammation of the bronchi, sputum congestion is often observed, causing a dry, painful cough. Especially this viscous mucus bothers young children, because they can not cough on their own. When all the funds have been tested, and they did not bring the desired result, you should try a mixture of thyme and anise (one tablespoon per 200 ml of water) and essential anise oil. Marshmallow root is part of the breast collection and in many other mixtures, due to its antibacterial effect.
Mixture for inhalation: method of application
All components are brought to a boil in 200 ml of water and inhaled 4-5 times a day for 10 minutes. After inhalation, you should wrap yourself well, it is advisable to put on a warm shawl or hat on your head.
It is advisable to collect a certain amount of the above plants and essential oils in the family medicine cabinet, then you can help your loved ones in a timely manner.