The most effective inhalation from dry cough. Review of the best drugs

Colds are often accompanied by a symptom such as dry cough. To get rid of this manifestation resort to the use of various drugs for expectoration and mucolytics. But sometimes the impact of drugs is not sufficient. Many are interested in whether it is possible to do inhalations with a dry cough. This procedure has a high degree of efficiency.

Advantage of inhalation with dry cough

In contrast to drugs, which are often used in diseases of the bronchi and lungs, inhalation from dry cough has a direct effect on the muscles and mucous membranes of the respiratory system. Therefore, the procedure causes a rapid dilution of sputum and a significant reduction in spasms.

At what diseases is inhalation recommended?

Carrying out of inhalations is recommended at following conditions:

• Defeat of the larynx, taking place in acute and chronic form;
• Diseases of the bronchi and lungs, accompanied by coughing (tonsillitis, bronchitis and certain types of pneumonia);
• Diseases of a professional nature (laryngitis in pedagogues and singers, bronchitis in people whose work is related to chemical substances, illnesses of miners);
• Defeat of the middle ear;
• otitis;
• Disease of the maxillary sinuses and nasopharynx;
• Viral infections;
• Obstructive bronchitis;
• Prevention of colds and joints after a respiratory disease.

Existing contraindications

Inhalation from dry cough is prescribed only by a doctor, especially small children.

There are also a number of contraindications for the procedure:

• Increased body temperature;
• Inflammatory process in acute or purulent form;
• Bleeding from the nose;
• High pressure index;
• Heart and vascular disease;
• Presence of tuberculosis or emphysema.

Types of inhalation

Inhalations with dry cough at home are carried out by means of a special nebulizer or steam device. As a remedy, medicinal products, various herbal preparations or essential oils are used.

Conducting inhalations with nebulizer in the presence of dry cough

Inhalation from dry cough is carried out with the help of special devices - nebulizers. Their work is built on the dispersion of drug molecules through ultrasound or jet compressed air. With the device it is very convenient to carry out procedures for children, if there is a need for frequent manipulations.

Inhalation with a nebulizer can not be carried out uncontrollably. Dosage and frequency of procedures should be determined by the attending physician. Preparations are selected in strictly individual order.

To stop the cough caused by a common cold, it will be sufficient to use inhalations with saline, but with more serious damage to the respiratory system, strong drugs are used.

What drugs are used for nebulizer treatment?

With a dry incessant cough, acute respiratory damage, the presence of pharyngitis, tonsillitis, tracheitis and bronchitis can be used drugs that help to suppress the excitability of nerve receptors.

In the absence of contraindications, a 2% solution of Didocaine diluted in equal proportion to the physiological solution can be used .

In the phase of dry cough, the use of Tussamag and Gedelix can also be recommended.

Inhalations with dry cough at home can be carried out using the following means:

• Bronchodilator preparations. Usually they use such means as "Salbutomol", "Berotek", "Berodual", "Atrovent".
• In severe form of the disease, if there is obstruction in the bronchi, hormone-based drugs are prescribed. They resort to the use of "Pulmicorta", "Prednisolone", etc.
• Antibiotics and antiseptic agents are used to stop bacterial infection. For example, the use of "Fluuimycin", "Gentamycin", "Furacilin" is justified.
• For the purpose of liquefaction and excretion of sputum inhalations with mucolytic agents "Lazolvan", "Ambrobene", "Fluimucil", "Pulmozim" are used. Also used are saline, soda or mineral water. Inhalations using saline and mineral water are used for any kind of cough, including dry forms.
• Separation of phlegm requires stimulation. It should become more viscous. For this purpose, such mucolytics as "Lazolvan", "Ambrobe", "Fluimucil", "ACC Inject" are used.
• Inhalations with a dry cough nebulizer to children and pregnant women are done using "Petussin" and dry cough medicine. Means are bred in saline.

Usually after the inhalation of mucolytic drugs, cough becomes more intense, which is considered the norm. After the departure of sputum, it is recommended to perform inhalation with anti-inflammatory medication. These can be herbal preparations. For example, "Rotokan" is used in the ratio 1:40, "Propolis" in the proportion 1:20 and "Chlorophyllipt" in the proportion 1:10. Also, the use of an antiseptic dioxydin 1%, which is diluted in a proportion of 1: 4, miramistin 1, 01% and antibiotic gentamicin (4% in ampoules in a 1: 6 ratio) is justified.

When spasms in the bronchi with a dry cough of an allergic nature, bronchial asthma, bronchial obstructions, inhalations are used with such bronchodilator drugs as Berodual, Berotek, Atrovent, Salbumatol. Doses of drugs for inhalation are prescribed only by the doctor in charge.

Inhalations using saline and mineral water can be carried out without a doctor's testimony. They are used as an independent therapy in between the procedures with the use of medicines.

Combination of various drugs with herbs and essential oils

Inhalations with dry cough at home will differ by a higher degree of effectiveness if an essential oil is added to the nebulizer or inhaler, a decoction of herbs such as plantain, St. John's wort, linden, chamomile, sage.

For the procedure, the same broth is used throughout the day. With each subsequent use it must be heated. Nebulizer should also be applied no more than three times per day. All of its parts should be thoroughly washed with water.

Treatment of dry cough in children

Can inhalation for children cough dry? Cough in children is treated with the same drugs as in adults. In the treatment of children should consult a doctor about the appropriateness of using a particular tool, as well as the duration of its use.

The presence of dry cough in childhood is much more common, since the child's organism is arranged differently. For the child, any catarrhal disease or hypothermia can cause a dry cough. Therefore, inhalations with eucalyptus oil can be done just for the purpose of prevention.

Possible side effects

There are a small number of side effects in medicine. Most often they occur with an incorrect procedure.

It should be noted that some medicines and essential oils added to the solution or nebulizer are not transferred by the body. This can be judged from the state of a person.

• Inhalation should be stopped immediately, even with a slight increase in body temperature.
• Use of a nebulizer or steam inhalation is possible only with good tolerability of drugs and essential oils. The temperature of the solution itself should not be more than 80 ° C.
• Steam inhalations are not recommended for skin diseases, as steam can aggravate her condition.
• It is extremely important to conduct an appropriate examination at the pulmonologist in order to avoid the appearance of a tumor in the area of the bronchi or enlargement of the lymph nodes. It is likely that dry cough is caused by pulmonary fibrosis or congestive heart failure. Such diseases can lead to deplorable results, and inhalations are contraindicated in them.

Types of inhalation according to the physical state of substances

• TEPLOVLAGE. It is very popular, it helps to moisten the mucous membrane of the respiratory organs and in parallel to ensure its heating, dilution and removal of accumulated mucus from the bronchi. For this purpose, alkaline solutions, antibiotics, hormonal preparations, decoctions and herbal infusions are used. The duration of such inhalation is 10 minutes.
• Steam. It is easily carried out at home. To this end, it is sufficient to put a paper funnel on the tip of a teapot with a hot decoction of medicinal herbs or preparations. The ferry can be breathed through the mouth or nose
• Another type of steam inhalation at home is the preparation of a hot solution, which is poured into a convenient container. The head is covered with a towel or sheet. Man must breathe above the reservoir. Such inhalation heals the mucous membrane of the respiratory organs, promotes better blood flow to the bronchi and lungs, optimizes metabolic processes and can stop painful sensations.

Recipes for steam inhalations

Many are interested in what to do inhalation with a dry cough for a couple.

There are a number of ways:

• Use of mineral water such as "Narzana" or "Borjomi". It is heated to 50 ° C.
• A solution of salt. Take 1 tsp. Sea or table salt and divorced in 2 glasses of water. Cooking salt is a natural antiseptic that kills most bacteria. The solution moistens the respiratory system, promotes the sputum.
• The saline solution is suitable for all types of inhalations. It can be applied to the child, starting from the earliest age. Its use is shown even with a dry cough of an allergic nature. The product is diluted in hot water in equal proportions.
• With a dry cough, you can do inhalation with novocaine. Take one ampoule per liter of boiled water. The procedure is 5 minutes. Instead of novocaine, lidocaine or dicaine can be used.
• One of the simplest and most effective procedures is carrying out inhalation using alkali. To this end, 0.5 hours of a spoonful of soda is dissolved in 200 ml of hot water.
• Inhalations using essential oils are made based on 0.5 liters of hot water for 1-2 drops of eucalyptus, fir, menthol or tea tree oil. Do not drip more than four drops of oil. The duration of the procedure should be 5 minutes. Inhalations based on essential oils are an excellent means for getting rid of dry cough, promote softening of the mucous membrane of the airways, relieve puffiness. Due to their healing properties they can remove inflammation and exert an expectorant effect.
• With dry cough, a lot of benefit comes from a solution of such medicinal herbs as sage, calendula linden, St. John's wort, etc.
• Highly effective inhalation with the use of onions or garlic.
• In boiled water, one st. L. Honey.
• In herbal infusion for steam inhalation, you can add essential oil (eucalyptus, fir, pine, mint) or a little "Star" balm. You can also add a tablet of "Validol".

What should I know about steam inhalations?

• With their help, one can hardly achieve a significant therapeutic effect. This procedure can only bring temporary relief.
• Particles of matter are large enough. They do not penetrate into the lower respiratory organs. Steam inhalation is more likely to affect the nasopharynx.
• Inhalation with a dry cough in a child is not advised to be carried out over the steam, since it is very difficult to accurately control its temperature.
• At steam inhalation the use of medical products is forbidden, as the most part of them is simply destroyed by heating.

Basic rules for inhalation

Do inhalations with dry cough without some precautions? Such an action is not advisable, as it can damage your health.

There are a number of rules:

• The solution with the drug should be prepared immediately before the procedure.
• Inhalation should be performed no earlier than an hour after eating in comfortable clothing that does not constrain the thorax.
• Do not go out into the cold air or smoke.
• Inhalation of the solution should be carried out through the mouth and make a slow exhalation through the nose.
• The course of treatment includes no more than ten procedures, which are repeated every 3-4 hours. If necessary, the interval can be reduced to 1-2 hours during the day.
• After each use, the nebulizer parts should be thoroughly rinsed. All solutions for treatment should be sterile. Before using the drugs, they are recommended to warm to room temperature.
• The procedure is carried out an hour and a half after eating. Breathing should be in a relaxed state, focusing on the process.
• Do not perform the procedure in the presence of such pathologies as heart failure, hemorrhage, high blood pressure and also body temperature above 37.5 ° C.
• All drugs used in the nebulizer are used in the form of drug solutions. They are diluted in physiological saline also produced at a pharmaceutical company. As a rule, the proportion of breeding for adults is 1: 1, and for children the ratio is 1: 2, but it is better to clarify this nuance from the attending physician.
• In the nebulizer you can not independently prepare infusions of medicinal herbs, essential oils, powders and tablets.
• If a number of drugs are prescribed, then it is advisable to use them with an interval of 10-15 minutes in the following order: a bronchodilator, an expectorant, and after the withdrawal of sputum an anti-inflammatory agent.

With all the rules of the procedure, dry cough inhalation has a high degree of effectiveness.

Conclusion

Dry cough is eliminated by inhalation. This procedure has a high degree of efficiency. It is conducted over a steam or using a special nebulizer apparatus. The medicines, dosage and duration of treatment are determined by the attending physician. When performing the inhalation, a number of rules should be followed, without which the procedure will not have the proper therapeutic effect.