Airneb 3% Respules

Composition

Sodium Chloride (3%w/v)

Uses of Airneb 3% Respules

To help loosen and clear thick mucus in the airways in conditions such as bronchiectasis, cystic fibrosis, bronchiolitis and other mucus-retaining respiratory illnesses; adjunct in productive cough with thick sputum as advised by doctor

• •Thins thick mucus
• •Improves airway clearance
• •Helps relieve chest congestion
• •Aids productive cough
• •Adjunct therapy in bronchiectasis/cystic fibrosis

How it works

Hypertonic saline draws water into the airway surface liquid by osmosis, which hydrates and thins thick mucus. This improves mucociliary clearance and makes it easier to cough out phlegm.

Directions for use

For inhalation via nebulizer only. Use one respule (4 mL) as prescribed; generally nebulize the entire contents using a jet/mesh nebulizer until finished. Use under medical advice; some patients may be advised to take a bronchodilator before nebulization to reduce bronchospasm risk. Do not inject or take orally.

Side effects

Common side effects of Airneb 3% Respules may include:

• •Cough
• •throat irritation
• •chest tightness
• •wheezing/bronchospasm
• •salty taste