Some worry that their asthma inhalers could increase their risk of Covid-19 infection. Others are asking if nebulizers are safe and if they can use expired inhalers.

A nebulizer is a type of machine that involves a compressor which turns a liquid into a mist which can then be inhaled into the lungs. Certain types of asthma medicines, including inhaled ...

An albuterol inhaler or nebulizer is commonly used to treat breathing problems such as asthma. A shortage of the drug is expected to get worse.

Particularly when the patient is experiencing severe asthma symptoms, nebulizers can be more effective at delivering medication slowly into the airways.

Experts say nebulizers should be out as they could contribute to coronavirus spread, and metered dose inhalers should be in.

That now changes. A new law in New York state allows children with asthma to bring their own nebulizer to school and athletic fields-and administer it themselves.