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Aerosol Therapy

Aerosol therapy is a treatment method that delivers medication as fine airborne particles directly into the respiratory tract. It is widely used in respiratory medicine and ENT care to treat respiratory conditions in both adults and children.

What Is Aerosol Therapy Used For?

Aerosol therapy converts liquid medication into a mist of fine droplets that is inhaled through the mouth or nose. The medication acts directly in the bronchi, lungs or upper airways, providing rapid, targeted treatment while limiting systemic side effects.

It can also be used to humidify the airways, for example in infants with bronchiolitis or in patients with a tracheostomy.

Schéma explicatif de l'aérosolthérapie montrant la transformation d'une solution médicamenteuse en fines particules (brume) pour une inhalation directe dans les poumons.

When Is Aerosol Therapy Prescribed?

Aerosol therapy is indicated in many situations

asthma

chronic bronchitis

cystic fibrosis

laryngitis

sinusitis

otitis

improving respiratory comfort at the end of life

The decision to start aerosol therapy is made by a physician—such as a respiratory specialist, ENT specialist, paediatrician or general practitioner—who selects the medication to be nebulized, treatment duration, type of device and delivery interface, such as a mouthpiece or mask.

How Is Aerosol Therapy Provided at Home?

The aim of aerosol therapy is to deliver medication directly to the site where it needs to act.

At home, treatment uses an aerosol generator, a small medication chamber known as a nebulizer cup and an inhalation interface such as a mouthpiece or mask. 

Benefits of Aerosol Therapy

By delivering medication directly into the respiratory tract, aerosol therapy provides targeted administration and rapid action while minimizing systemic side effects. Once the technique has been learned, treatment is straightforward to use and is suitable for both children and older adults.

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What Equipment Is Used?

Different types of medical nebulizer may be used according to the condition and prescription: jet nebulizers, vibrating mesh nebulizers, ultrasonic nebulizers for humidification, and sonic or manosonic nebulizers for ENT treatment. 

SOS Oxygène technicians visit your home to install the equipment, check that it is working correctly and support you in using it.

Matériel aérosolthérapie

How Does SOS Oxygène Support Patients Receiving Aerosol Therapy?

As a specialist in home respiratory care, SOS Oxygène supports patients who require aerosol therapy at every stage of their care.

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Coordination with the Prescribing Physician

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Equipment Installation and Safety Checks

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Regular Visits to Adjust Treatment
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Replacement of Consumable Items

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Technical Support Available 24/7

Our Goal

To provide personalized care coordinated with your physician, helping ensure the safe use of the nebulizer and optimize the effectiveness of your aerosol therapy every day.