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Nebulizer and mouthpiece

A man using a nebulizer

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A nebulizer uses a compressor to turn medicine into a fine mist (aerosol). In this picture, the man is using a mouthpiece to breathe in the medicine.

Current as of: August 6, 2023

Author: Healthwise Staff
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