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MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Nov 13, 2023 | Replies (10)Comment receiving replies
The 3% saline also gives me a sore throat and I was wondering the same thing about the 7% saline, would it be less invasive?
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7% saline is stronger than 3% saline, so would potentially be more irritating. However, albuterol is also very irritating.
Here are some possible solutions:
Use an albuterol inhaler, 2 puffs, 15-20 minutes before nebulizing. For many it is as effective as the neb.
As for levalbuterol instead of albuterol (neb or inhaler) also gentler on the body.
Pulmosal brand is a buffered saline solution, so the PH is closer to your body fluids. Some find this less irritating.
Rinse and gargle well after nebulizing (and before air clearance) to minimize the time the albuterol and sodium are in your mouth. I also rinse again after airway clearance as the huffing and coughing brings a lot of salt back up into the mouth and throat.
Sue