nebulizer

British  

/ ˈnɛbjʊˌlaɪzə /

noun

1. Also called: inhalator.  a device for converting a drug in liquid form into a mist or fine spray which is inhaled through a mask to provide medication for the respiratory system

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nebulizer Scientific  

/ nĕb′yə-lī′zər /

1. A device that reduces liquid to an extremely fine cloud, especially used for delivering medication to the deep part of the respiratory tract.

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nebulizer

Now that she is more settled, her out-of-network charges through Sept. 30, 2025, were $1,369, mostly consisting of regular $40 charges for physical therapy, $50 for recurring nebulizer treatments and $30 for in-network specialist visits.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 29, 2025

To achieve that, the researchers created two formulations of their particles: a solution that can be aerosolized and delivered with a nebulizer, and a dry powder that can be delivered using an inhaler.

From Science Daily ● Jan. 5, 2024

"In the winter when it's colder he has an increase in nebulizer treatment and physio so it's a rigorous routine," she said.

From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2023

Logan has been inconsistent about whether she had preloaded the nebulizer before she went to bed or if she planned to load it after waking up Jayden.

From Salon ● Nov. 22, 2022

The driver and two EMTs, one of whom grabs a kit and another who is carrying a portable nebulizer.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila