Table 1.

Characteristics of clinically commonly used nebulizers

Type	Advantages	Disadvantages
Jet nebulizer	Simple structure, durable, widely used in clinical practice	Noisy
	A nasal sinus jet nebulizer with superimposed oscillation waves can spread the drug through oscillation, effectively deposit in nasal sinus cavities and moisten nasal sinus mucosa, also suitable for children	Requiring compressed air supply or power (generally AC power) to drive
		When using nasal sinus jet nebulizers, it is required to close the soft palate and hold the breath, which is difficult to master; therefore, medical staff is needed to instruct before patients master the inhalation method
Ultrasonic nebulizer	Large amount of aerosol release, quiet, and noise free	Requiring power (generally AC power)
		Easy drug degeneration
		Easy inhalation of excessive moisture
		Easily affect suspensions concentrations with different water solubilities
Vibrating mesh nebulizer	Quiet and noise free, compact, and lightweight, battery-driven	Requiring power (batteries)
	Liquids can be placed above the breathing tube, without any backflow preventing contamination from the solution in the tube	Durability has not been confirmed, and there are limited types to choose from
	Amount of nebulizing inhalation of the drug can be adjusted at any time