Nebulizing Tips for All Ages

Tips to help make nebulization part of your daily routine

Regular nebulizing with PULMICORT RESPULES, as prescribed by your child’s doctor, will help prevent your child’s asthma symptoms from occurring, which can mean fewer attacks.

Here are some suggestions to help you and your child make nebulizing part of your daily routine.

Make it special for your little one

  • Use PULMICORT RESPULES in the nebulizer at the same time(s) each day, so your child knows what to expect
  • Let your toddler sit in a highchair or on your lap and make it your special time together

Make it fun for your child—at any age

  • Most 12- to 18-month-olds like to color or look at books, so designate special scribble pads, coloring books, or picture books especially for nebulizing time
  • If your toddler likes to take charge, let him or her pick a video or DVD that the two of you can watch together
  • Make nebulizing time family time. Older children can read a story or play a game together while nebulizing
  • By the time most children are 12 months old, they can roll a ball back and forth. Pull out special toys and play with your child while he or she is nebulizing

Make the most of the mask

  • Before using the nebulizer the first time let your child play with the mask to become familiar and comfortable with it while the nebulizer is not connected
  • Have a favorite stuffed toy or doll wear the mask first. Then place the mask on your child
  • Pretend it’s a pilot, astronaut, or a firefighter mask. Say “start your engines” as you turn the nebulizer on

Put your child “in charge”

  • If your child is old enough, let him or her be “in charge” of nebulizing by helping to put the mask on and off
  • Let your child mark the calendar after nebulizing

Give praise for a job well done!

  • Reward your child afterwards with a favorite book, TV, or a healthy treat, such as fruit or pretzels
  • Get fun stickers and let your child decorate the nebulizer

Regular nebulization with PULMICORT RESPULES as prescribed by the doctor can reduce symptoms and make it seem like they disappear. It may be tempting to stop using PULMICORT RESPULES. But remember, even though you can’t see or hear inflammation, it may still be there. Don’t discontinue use of PULMICORT RESPULES, or any prescription medication, without first consulting your doctor.

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PULMICORT RESPULES is developed and approved specifically for children 12 months to 8 years of age, to help prevent asthma symptoms that could lead to an attack. PULMICORT RESPULES, an inhaled corticosteroid, is not a quick-relief medication and should NOT be used to treat an acute (sudden) asthma attack.

Important Safety Information you should know

PULMICORT RESPULES, an inhaled corticosteroid, is not a quick-relief medication and should NOT be used to treat an acute asthma attack. In studies, side effects included respiratory infection, runny nose, earache, and coughing. Inhaled corticosteroids may cause a reduction in growth rate. The long-term effect on final adult height is unknown. If switching to PULMICORT RESPULES from an oral (syrup or pill) corticosteroid, follow the doctor's instructions to help avoid health risks. Tell the doctor if your child is exposed to chicken pox or measles.

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