Description
Who Uses This Product? Anybody who has been prescribed medicine that must be taken via a nebulizer.
Why They Love This Product: The Pacifica Elite Nebulizer is a compact, powerful, and surprisingly quiet unit. This hard-working, piston-driven compressor delivers consistent medication size, which can result in shorter, less intrusive treatment.
Drive Pacifica Elite Compressor Nebulizer Overview
When selecting a nebulizer, there are four criteria to consider: flow rate, particle size, portability, and noise. With a powerful compressor, the Pacifica Elite is a true workhorse, delivering a consistent flow rate of 8 liters per minute while maintaining a consistent particle size of <5 microns. A smaller, consistent particle size is beneficial in helping the lungs absorb the medication, resulting in a more efficient therapy session. By using a compact and lightweight design, the entire compressor unit weighs just over 4 pounds and is very easy to transport, allowing the user to maintain a prescribed medication schedule. Additionally, the Drive Pacifica uses a piston-driven compressor, which is significantly quieter than a diaphragm-driven compression. At peak volume, the compressor's noise output is comparable to that of a dishwasher.
Features and Benefits
- Compact Design, High Portability
- Indicated for Asthma, COPD, Cystic Fibrosis, and Other Respiratory Disorders
- Easy Maintenance With Simple Filter Changes
- Produces Consistent Medicine Particle Size
- Capable of Faster Treatment Time
- High Flow Rates
- Quiet, Piston-Driven Operation
What Does a Nebulizer Do?
Nebulizers like the Pacifica Elite work using a compressor to create a cool aerosol mist of prescribed liquid medication, which is then focused through a tube or face mask to be inhaled by the user. This mist is composed of extremely small particles of liquid medicine, which is absorbed directly by the lungs. A nebulizer is the most practical and effective method for delivering medications directly to the lungs.
Piston-Driven vs. Diaphragm-Driven Compressors
The primary mechanical part of any nebulizer is the compressor. This is the part of the machine responsible for turning the liquid medication into an inhalable mist. A piston-driven compressor is, as its name implies, a compressor that compresses gas by way of a metal piston. In contrast, a diaphragm compressor uses a membrane made of metal, rubber, or plastic to vibrate up and down very rapidly and pass air through a unidirectional valve. Both of these mechanisms perform the task of providing compressed air; however, a piston-driven compressor is considerably less noisy and, therefore, less intrusive. The Pacifica Elite Nebulizer operates at less than 65 decibels, which is comparable to an older dishwasher.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should the nebulizer be cleaned?
It should be cleaned after every use and disinfected daily.
How often should the filters be changed?
It's typically recommended that with regular use, filters are changed every 6 months. With heavier use, filters should be changed when they become discolored. Always consult with a healthcare provider if you have questions regarding the use of your compressor nebulizer.
How long should the compressor run?
Treatment times depend on the individual's prescription, but the compressor nebulizer should not exceed 30 minutes of continuous operation.
Manuals and Documents
Nebulizer Catalog Page contains product information.
Instruction Guide contains instructions for product's use and maintenance.
