Omron NE-C28P Compressor Nebuliser, 60 dB

So far this machine has performed well. The initial set up and operation instructions were clear and easy to follow; I had no problem following either the written instructions or the connection diagrams.Fittings - The nebulising medication tank comes in three parts. 1. Chamber Cap. 2. Inhalation top (including the vaporiser head). 3. Medication chamber. All of which were easily assembled without issues. The medication tank can be slotted into the holder on the front of the unit which is a useful feature when filling. Unit was supplied with both adult/child face masks & also includes a mouth & nose piece all of which seem robust and durable. I have only used the adult mask but its connection to the medication dispensing tank and the air tube was straight forward and sealed easily. There is some slight residual smell from the plastic masks but it is not unpleasant and will probably disperse with time. The Air Tube does need firm and consistent pressure along with a slight twisting motion when connecting to the outlet nozzle of the compressor, but it does fit snugly and without leaks. The addition of a spare set of 5 air filters was also a bonus.Output - Rated at dispensing 0.5 ml of medication per min the unit offers a good rate of delivery and produces a consistent amount of medicated mist into the mask or mouthpiece. I was comfortably able to dispense 2.5ml of salbutamol in around 5 min.Noise levels - Having used Nebulisers in the past and prior to purchase of the Omron NE-C28P I was concerned that the noise level of the compressor may be excessive, however contrary to some of the negative reviews on Amazon I was pleasantly surprised how acceptable the noise level is (considering its 60db rating). While I am not suggesting it is anywhere near silent, it is certainly much quieter than ones I have used at the hospital. Additionally the 200cm (around 6ft 6ins) Air tube gives you plenty of room to not have to sit right next to the unit which also helps with noise reduction.Carry Bag - The lightweight of the unit along with the addition of a robust carry bag makes it easily portable and with careful arrangement all necessary parts can be safely stored and transported, packing would be slightly more convenient if the unit’s power lead was detachable. The bag also contains an internal slip pocket which is useful for storing the air tube and few vials of standard sized solution.Cleaning - most of the fittings apart from the air tube can be washed & sterilized, which you need to do regularly to avoid any contamination or risk of bacterial infection. The air tube is washable at the nozzles, as is the air outlet of the machine, but it is not advised to immerse the air tube in water (internal contamination) but rather remove any excess moisture by connecting to the machine and letting it blow through for a few minutes after use. Word of caution; would be best practice to consult with your doctor or health care professional before randomly using any solutions or medication.This machine is reasonably priced of sturdy construction and the 3 year warranty is re-assuring. All in all this seems to be a reliable well designed machine that performs excellently. Happy with purchase. Have now bought a 2nd one for traveling.

For some time I have been suffering with congested lungs, and this machine, used three or four times a day, clears my lungs completely ...... For the first time in ages I have been able to take a brisk walk without getting out of breath ...... Brilliant bit of kit ......Update ...... At the time I bought this one some two and a half years ago, I had recently been in hospital, as a result of coughing up blood ...... The main cause of my problems was the fact that my front door opens directly onto the A38, with all it's traffic pollution ...... It's at it's worst when there is an overcast sky and little or no wind to disperse the pollution ...... I still have the problem with the traffic pollution, but even when it's at it's worst, three or four sessions a day keeps my lungs clear ...... I use the Physiodose treatment with it, and it works well.

Had an Omron before which lasted me 8 years well. New one just as good, not keen on mask that came with it but happy that I can use hospital masks with it.

While this would not have been my first choice of unit, it was essential when we contracted Covid, so decided to try it despite some negative comments. It certainly is noisy. I guess it has a very substantial motor and will hopefully last a long time, so for the 15 minutes or so it is in use, I either put up with it or put some headphones on to drown some of the noise out. I made up a saline solution to which I added a very low concentration (0.1%) hydrogen peroxide and a drop of Lugols iodine and filled this to the top line. It is ample for one session and if you don't want 15 minutes of time, two people can share one batch of mixture. Overall it is easy to use. The face masks are not great quality and should not be cleaned in boiling water as suggested for the other parts as they deform. Overall a good product and certainly works well but not one if you dislike a very loud noise. It is certainly not a unit that is ideal for travelling as it is fairly large and heavy. That said, it is only a concern if you are flying somewhere.