Is Nebulizer Safe For A Child?

Posted on Fri, 7 Feb 2014

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Question : is nebulizer safe for child aged 4-5 years.?

Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney (29 minutes later)

Brief Answer: Safe in moderated doses. Detailed Answer: Dear Friend. Hi , I am Dr Anshul Varshney , I have read your query in detail , I understand your concern. Yes, nebulizer is safe for child of 4-5 years.Only concern is side effects of drugs used for nebulization. So , should be used in moderated doses as advised by uour doctor. If you wish to discuss about side effects or dosage of any drug , you may please ask me , but along with your query also mention the symptoms and duration of illness. This is my personal opinion based on details available here. If you still have any query you may please ask me. Stay Healthy. Dr Anshul Varshney , MD

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar