Solution for inhalation from cough: review of the best drugs and reviews about them

To treat a cough caused by a cold, doctors often recommend inhalation, that is, inhaling vapors of medicinal solutions. This method of therapy is known from ancient times. In this way, a moist cough can be cured in just a few sessions, as well as getting the phlegm separated in a dry one. In this article, we will analyze the most common drugs, and you decide which inhalation solution is best for a cough of the nature that tortures you or your child. Also, we'll tell you about special devices that make inhalation easier - nebulizers, because it's not a secret that it's not a secret to make inhalations by the method of our grandmothers (putting a bowl with potato broth and covering with a cap from a thick blanket) is not an enjoyable occupation.

Effect of inhalation

Inhalations are the most sparing and highly effective way of getting rid of all kinds of cough. In addition, as a result of just a few procedures, colds run through the cold, as the medicine is absorbed very quickly. Inhalations are permitted to almost everyone (we'll talk about some contraindications at the end of the article). Drugs inhaled through the nasopharynx, bypass the main bloodstream, and also do not enter the digestive tract, so do not weaken the immune system and do not destroy the liver, kidneys and stomach.

In medical institutions, in physiotherapy rooms, inhalations are carried out with the help of special stationary inhalers-nibulizers. Currently, such devices are sold in pharmacies and medical equipment stores. The choice is very large. This can be seen from the photographs presented in our article.

For household needs, in case of a cold or SARS, you can buy a portable nebulizer. The testimonies of those who bought such a device in the home medicine cabinet say that it makes the process of treatment very easy. The instruction accompanying the device contains information on how to do inhalations in a nebulizer with a cough, which solutions are best used in this or that case.

Inhalation by nebulizer

A modern nebulizer is good in that inhalation with it can be done even at elevated temperature. The whole procedure takes for children - 3 minutes, for adults - 5-10 minutes, and a solution for inhalation from a cough, it's easy to do by yourself or buy it ready at the pharmacy. Next, we will talk about the most popular formulations for inhalation.

Going to buy an inhaler, you need to familiarize yourself with basic information about the principles of operation and other important features of these units.

Nebulizers are divided according to the method of drug delivery - compressor, ultrasonic and electron-mesh. They all split the inhalation solutions into minute drops and spray them in the nasopharynx.

Compressor operates according to the pump method - it sprays the aqueous solution by the type of aerosol. It is considered the most reliable and easy to operate. At a price, the compressor nebulizer is cheaper than the rest. The disadvantages are relatively large dimensions, which does not allow for inhalation of the lying, as well as a rather noisy operation of the device. This is important when making a solution for inhalation from cough for infants or bedridden patients.

Ultrasound is a generator that generates high frequency waves that divide the drug into molecules, creating a finely dispersed fraction. It irrigates the nasopharynx, penetrating deeper than with compressor spraying. However, not every inhalation solution for coughing with a nebulizer is suitable for this device. Working on the method of ultrasonic splitting, it is able to distort the properties of medicinal excipients. This does not apply to phytophthora, but it is risky when inhaled with chemical drugs. Also, ultrasonic nebulizer can not be loaded with oil solutions.

Electronic mesh nebulizers are compact, quiet and very easy to use. Their only drawback - a higher price, compared with those described above. The principle of operation of electron-mesh nebulizers is based on the vibration of a metal grid, through which microscopic holes the solution for inhalation from a cough is sieved and then, by a pump, it is sent outside - into the holes of the nasopharynx.

At the end of the procedure, the inhaler should be rinsed and dried.

Next we will introduce you to the most popular and effective means for home inhalation.

Preparations of bronchodilator action

In the case of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or in the diagnosis of bronchial asthma for stopping attacks of suffocation without a portable nebulizer is indispensable. A small device can be charged with such protivastmatic drugs as "Salgim", "Berotek", "Berodual" and "Atrovent" and "Ventolin Nebula."

Salgim is a ready-made solution for inhalation from cough. It does not need to be diluted with saline solution. This also applies to Ventelina Nebula. The active substance in both drugs is salbutamol. 0.1% solution is suitable for inhalations.

The active substance "Beroteka" is fenoterol.

The active substances of Berodual are fenoterol and ipratropium bromide.

The active ingredient of Atrovent is Ipratropium bromide.

"Berotek", "Berodual" and "Atrovent" is required to dilute with saline solution of sodium chloride to a volume of 3-4 ml.

All these drugs are suitable for adults and children, and, according to reviews, very well established themselves as a means of rapid action. Undesirable side effects are absent.

Preparations that dilute sputum and expectorants

"ACTS Inject" and "Fluimutsil" is prescribed for congestion of mucus in the upper respiratory tract and for impaired sputum discharge from the lower respiratory tract. If the doctor prescribes antibiotics, with which both drugs do not mix well, "Flimucil-antibiotic" is recommended. The active substance "Flimucil" and "ACTS Injecta" is acetylcysteine. It is recommended in the case of paracetamol, since it reduces its toxic effect on liver cells. According to reviews, these two drugs are considered more popular.

If the doctor has prescribed a course of antibiotics, then for complex therapy should take drugs containing ambroxol or its analogues, in particular, a solution for inhalation of cough "Lazolvan". The active substance "Lazolvana" is ambroxol. Breed "Lazolvan" sodium chloride (saline, sold in pharmacies). Also suitable solution for inhalation from cough "Ambrobene". With the same active substance. "Ambrogen" and "Lazolvan" are prohibited to be used in conjunction with other antitussive medicines, especially since they and so quickly facilitate the condition in acute and chronic diseases of the respiratory tract, accompanied by the release of viscous sputum.

Preparations with anti-inflammatory effect

Preparations with anti-inflammatory effect are prescribed for the disease of the middle and upper respiratory tract for colds, flu and injuries. The best of them are homeopathic preparations "Malavit", "Rotokan" and "Tonsilgon N" (a solution for inhalation from cough and snot), as well as alcohol tinctures of calendula, yarrow, camomile and propolis.

"Malavit" is a biologically active alcohol tincture, consisting of mineral and plant components. She quickly removes inflammation of the nasopharynx and relieves of sore throat. A day is enough to make 3-4 inhalations. It is very concentrated - 1 ml of tincture requires 30 ml of saline. On one procedure there is 3-4 ml of solution.

"Tonsilgon H" is prescribed for tonsillitis, loring and pharyngitis. The drug is homeopathic. The main component is the root of the althaea, plus the horsetail, the camomile, the walnut leaf, the oak bark and the dandelion. "Tonzilgon N" is prescribed even to children under one year of age who are breastfeeding. For one inhalation - 3-4 ml of the solution of "Tonzilgon N" with saline solution. For children up to the year the proportion is 1: 3, from 1 to 7 - 1: 2, over 1: 1.

Phytopreparations based on propolis should be checked for allergic reactions to bee products. If these are not found, then inhalation with propolis can be recommended in a variety of cases of respiratory infections. They relieve pain and inflammation in the throat, upper and middle respiratory tract, resulting from infection or traumatic injury, disinfect and heal micro-trauma and relieve edema.

Antihistamines and glucocorticosteroids

Inhalations with glucocorticosteroids and antihistamines, for example "Pulmicort" (acting substance - budesonide), "Kromogeksal" and "Dexamethasone" have anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory and anti-asthmatic effects. They are prescribed in conjunction with hormonal drugs, so none, named in this paragraph solution for inhalation of cough, for children under 2 years of age, pregnant women and nursing mothers is not suitable. Ultrasonic nebulizers use "Cromgexal" and "Dexamethasone", diluted in a ratio of 1: 6.

"Pulmicort" is suitable for all types of nebulizers, except for ultrasonic. This is one of the best glucocorticosteroids. Adults can do inhalation with a clean "Pulmicort", and children need to reduce concentration.

Antibiotics and antiseptics

Ready antibacterial solutions for inhalations are sold in pharmacies, but they can be prepared independently, for example, a solution of furacilin, miramistin, gentamicin, or dioxidine.

Of furatsilina solution for inhalation from cough at home do, following the following ratio: one tablet - per 100 ml of saline. Furacilin has a good disinfecting property and prevents the penetration of infection into the lower parts of the lungs. Enough two inhalations a day.

Inhalations with miramistin help with a variety of inflammations, including those accompanied by the formation of purulent ulcers, as is the case with follicular sore throat.

Against staphylococcal infection, inhalation with eucalyptus is effective. If there are no dry leaves, they can be replaced with "Chlorophylliptom" - 1% alcoholic infusion of the plant, although it leaves indelible stains. Inhalations with eucalyptus are very useful for the lungs, but they can not be done with asthma or with bronchial spasms.

"Gentamcin" is prescribed when a foci of infection is detected in the upper respiratory tract, and "Dioxydin" has a wide spectrum of action and fights almost all types of pathogenic microorganisms that damage the respiratory system.

"Fluimucil-antibiotic" is available in the form of powder and is diluted according to the instructions. Suitable as an antimicrobial, diluting and expectorant.

Preparations that strengthen immunity

To date, the best immunomodulators are "Interferon" and "Derinat". The powder of "Interferon" is used for instillation into the nose, and "Derinat" is suitable for inhalations. Both drugs are prescribed for the prevention of influenza and SARS, as well as for the prevention of complications and to facilitate the course of the disease.

"Interferon" is in the pharmacies in the form of a ready-made liquid solution, and the solution for inhalation from cough and cold of cold from the Derinat is done as follows: once taken 0.25% solution and diluted with saline in a ratio of 1: 1. During the day, two inhalations are enough.

Contraceptive preparations

With stenosis of the larynx, laryngitis, laryngotracheitis and croup help to remove edema 0.1-0.05% solution of "Naphthyzin" or "Epinephrine" ("Adrenaline"), diluted in saline solution. These drugs can be used only on the advice of a doctor, as "Naphthyzine" (active ingredient naphazoline) with prolonged use causes addiction and contributes to the development of chronic cold, and "Epinephrine" (active ingredient epinephrine) can provoke a failure in the heart rate.

Antitussives

This group of drugs is recommended if it hurts a non-productive, dry, cough. Inhalation nebulizer (solutions are calculated individually on admission from the attending physician) stop the obsessive cough and have an anesthetic effect. Drops based on thyme, "Tussamag", suitable for adults and children, over one year old. Solution for inhalation with a nebulizer cough for children is prepared based on 1 ml of the drug - 3 ml of sodium chloride. For adults, the proportion is 1: 1.

Lidocaine also stops dry and obtrusive unproductive cough. A solution for inhalation with a dry cough is prepared from 1% lidocaine hydrochloride and saline solution.

What can and what is not possible in pregnancy

If a cold or SARS is diagnosed in a pregnant woman, self-medication is strictly contraindicated, but we can advise well-established and non-objecting doctors in prescriptions suitable for women in such a delicate situation. It's no secret that the most effective, quick and safe ways to get rid of colds and flu are inhalations in the nebulizer.

When coughing which solutions are best and fastest can ease the condition of a pregnant woman? Of course, this is the inhalation of fumes or the spraying of warm mineral water, such as "Narzan" and "Borjomi." This procedure instantly removes the feeling of dryness and perspiration, and also cleanses the nasopharynx. Water should be used non-carbonated. Perfectly clean the nasopharynx from pathological microorganisms inhalation with sea water or with the addition of sea salt. With a dry cough, you can make soda inhalation.

Even a small nasal congestion reduces the flow of oxygen into the fetus, and this is fraught with pathologies in the development of the baby. Inhalations of mineral water and medicinal herbs should become part of the pregnant regime, especially if the last trimester falls on the damp and cold months.

Vegetable raw materials for inhalation with laryngitis, bronchitis and tracheitis can be chamomile, sage, calendula, eucalyptus, mother and stepmother and lavender.

In the absence of allergy to essential oils of lime, roses, fir, lavender, myrtle, pine, it is good to add a few drops to hot water and breathe for 5-7 minutes.

Still enjoying the great popularity of inhalation over steam from hot potatoes. They are absolutely harmless and suitable for everyone. Now they can be done in a nebulizer - it's much more convenient than under a hood from a blanket, and no less effectively.

To improve overall health and prevent colds, it is useful to do inhalations with Vietnamese balsam "Star". It is a solid oil extract of almost 30 herbs. For one inhalation, the match head of the balm is sufficient for a small amount of warm water (half or slightly more than half a glass). The solution is placed in a nebulizer and inhaled for several minutes or 5-7 times. Repeat can be as necessary - no contraindications, no side effects, no painful addiction, you can not be afraid.

Ready-made solution for inhalation from cough during pregnancy can be bought at the pharmacy. The list of the best drugs we gave above. Some of them are suitable for pregnant women. In particular, this concerns "Furacilin", "Chlorophyllipt" "Pulmicorta", "Dexamethasone" and some others. In the instructions accompanying the medication, there is always an accompanying leaflet, which states that you can use this product during pregnancy or not.

To strengthen immunity during the seasonal epidemics of influenza and SARS, it is very important for pregnant women not to allow infection with the virus, for this purpose it is recommended to make several inhalations of Interferon prophylactically. Powder is used for inhalations. It is sold in ampoules. It is diluted with 2 ml of distilled water and combined with saline solution to a volume of 4-5 ml.

But that's not allowed for pregnant women, nursing mothers and their babies:

- all prescription drugs;

- preparations containing iodine;

- preparations made on the basis of alcohol;

- phytomass of nightshade, rosemary, coniferous trees, basil, marjoram, rosemary and dill.

Contraindications

Any solution for inhalation when coughing a nebulizer requires compliance with certain rules.

Firstly, before proceeding to the procedure, you need to get permission from the attending physician. Only he, after studying the outpatient card and examining the patient, can prescribe a suitable medicine and the correct ratio of the components of the solution. At some diseases of heart and lungs inhalations are categorically forbidden.

Secondly, the solution for inhalation with a moist cough should be warm. Cold either does not work, or cause deterioration. Its temperature should be at least 36 and not above 40 degrees. Immediately after a hot inhalation, you can not go out on the street, if there is cold weather. It takes 15 minutes to sit indoors to cool down and prevent the undesirable contrast of air that is in the lungs and comes from outside (this is fraught with a new cold or a complication of what is already available).

Thirdly, some drugs can cause addiction or provoke an allergic reaction, so when buying a drug in a pharmacy, before you use it, carefully read the instructions.

If the inhalation is aimed at treating the common cold, then inhale the medicine followed by the nose, and if we treat the throat and lungs, then - with the mouth. After inhalation for an hour you can not drink, eat and smoke.