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Please help me choose a nebulizer. I've used various ones before in the E.R. and at home. But now I'm looking at potentially buying one (because I don't tolerate the new HFA's very well at all) after further investigating the possibility with my MD, and I could use some advice. Are all neb's the same, or does their efficacy vary by brand, model, and/or size? Thank you!
TGG
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I don't know about efficacy by brand, model or size (which is an excellent question) but I do know that you should invest in a portable battery operated nebulizer to use in case of power failure or loss. Trust me on this one! :-)
I use a bulky plug-in home model I wouldn't recommend as it's a pain in the butt to tote around. I'm hoping to save enough to likewise buy a good battery operated model to use in power failures or when I have to travel.
I'm sure others on this site will have informative posts on this subject.
My insurance (BCBS Blue Options) covers some of the cost of a huge plug-in home model, and despite the fact that I've explained that I need a portable one because I can't use the HFA inhalers, they are still only willing to pay for part of the home model and won't consider paying for a portable one. Gee! Why am I paying for insurance in the first place?!
There are so many portable neb's out there, it will make your head spin! And many different prices as well. I'm confused!
Anyone use a portable neb? If so, do you like it? Please post make and model, whether you would recommend it or buy it again, and any pro's or con's. Thanks guys. Please help me!
TGG
When I got my nebulizer I paid $200 out of pocket, Aetna wouldn't cover any of it. Right now on another Aetna plan it costs $70 for each medication. At that point it's no longer a cop-pay, it's a decutible - and for every single drug. So I don't know what the point of paying for insurance is.
The nebulizer I got is an "Inspiration" plug-in model with a handle - supposedly portale but bulky and heavy. It is also useless in power failures.
I, too, would be interested in what everyone else is using and how much it cost them.
olive
I've been using nebulizers for 36 years and many different brands. The 3 things that make a difference to me is easy to clean, quiet and very portable. Beyond this, they seem to all work the same in my experience.
I own 5 models and prefer the 2 lightest models. They are small and easy to move around. There are some that can be used with a battery option too.
If you travel much or drive long enough periods, it may be helpful to have an ac converter in your car.
Hope this helps.
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