May the nebulizer be used to treat pneumonia?

21 February 2021

Yes, the nebulizer therapy may be used to treat pneumonia. The recommended medicines, which may be used, are those indicated for inhalation, particularly, for treatment of pneumonia: inhalation antiseptics, mucolytic agents, and antiviral medications.

Such serious illness as pneumonia must not be self-medicated using only inhalation method. Please consult your doctor for medicines and dosage regimen.