nebulizer

British

/ ˈnɛbjʊˌlaɪzə /

noun

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 /

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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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

The new diagnostic is based on nanosensors that can be delivered by an inhaler or a nebulizer.

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

Their nebulizer treatments became more frequent while they lived there, and Catherine herself was prescribed an albuterol inhaler and diagnosed with asthma.

From Seattle Times • May 23, 2023

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

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila

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