Ventolin Inhalers for Children

Breathing disorders in young children can sometimes be controlled with the use of a Ventolin inhaler. In this instance you may be interested in learning about the effects that it can have on your child and how they should be using it. This article details the differences in use of the Ventolin inhaler for youngsters and potential detrimental effects it may have.

How children should use the Ventolin inhaler

When a child is old enough he or she should be able to use the Ventolin inhaler with a spacer. The face mask used on a baby is no longer required. This is contingent on your child being able to understand and follow instructions on how to inhale the Ventolin inhaler vapour.

The spacer may still be required for a young child because it can sometimes be difficult for them to use an inhaler by itself. This can be due to the large amount of coordination needed to use a standard inhaler. It will also have the added benefit of helping to ensure that the full dose of medication reaches your child’s lungs.

Side effects of the Ventolin inhaler for children

The same side effects seen in adults can be found in a child using the Ventolin inhaler. It is important that you seek medical advice if any of them occur with especial urgency if it seems to be an allergic reaction as distinguished by swelling of the face or the development of a rash.

The most dangerous aspect of using a Ventolin inhaler for a child is the potential for unintentional overdosing. This can come about due to a lack of understanding by the child or confusion if multiple inhalers are being used. It is important that they know when and how often to use them to prevent overdose. Until this is achieved you should monitor your child when using any type of inhaler.

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