Injections, Drips & Treatments
About this service
Nebulisation is a treatment given in our rooms at Eastgate Clinic in Windhoek where medication is turned into a fine mist and inhaled through a mask or mouthpiece, delivering it directly to your airways. It is commonly used for breathing difficulties such as asthma flare-ups, wheezing, or other conditions where the airways are tight or inflamed, offering faster relief than tablets in some situations.
Your doctor will assess your breathing first and decide whether nebulisation is the right treatment for you. The session takes place seated in our rooms and is generally straightforward and well tolerated.
What to expect
- You will sit comfortably while breathing in the medicated mist through a mask or mouthpiece
- The session typically lasts a short while, depending on the medication used
- Breathing is monitored during and after the treatment
- Mild side effects such as a fast heartbeat can occasionally occur with certain medications
- Your doctor reassesses your chest afterwards and advises on inhalers or follow-up
Who is it for?
You may be advised to have this if you are dealing with:
- Wheezing or tight-chested breathing
- A known asthma flare-up
- Shortness of breath with a chest infection
- Difficulty breathing that needs prompt attention
- A doctor's recommendation after assessment
Frequently asked questions
What is nebulisation and how does it help asthma?
A nebuliser turns liquid medication into a fine mist that you breathe in through a mask or mouthpiece. The medicine reaches the airways directly, which can open them faster than tablets when you are wheezy or tight-chested.
Can children have nebulisation at Eastgate Clinic?
Yes. Babies and children can usually be nebulised in our rooms using a small mask, and a parent can hold them on their lap during the session.
What happens if my breathing does not improve after nebulisation?
Your doctor checks your chest again once the mist has finished. A second session or other medication may be given, and if you are still struggling your doctor will arrange further care.
Ready to book your nebulisation treatment?
Choose a date and time online and we will confirm your appointment at Eastgate Clinic in Windhoek. Medical aid and private patients welcome.