Mechanical Air Circulation Device
A mechanical air circulation device represents a class of medical equipment designed to facilitate the movement of air or oxygen mixtures into and out of the lungs, or to stimulate facial thermal receptors to relieve dyspnea. This ranges from high-tech mechanical ventilators used in intensive care settings to non-invasive positive pressure ventilation (NIV) machines and simple localized air circulation fans used in palliative care.
Dosage by Body Weight
Devices are not dosed like pharmaceuticals. Instead, therapy is prescribed using ventilator parameters such as tidal volume (typically calculated at 6-8 mL/kg of ideal body weight), respiratory rate, positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP), fraction of inspired oxygen (FiO2), or airflow rate (L/min).
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Tidal Volume: ~6-8 mL/kg of ideal body weight
- Frequency
- Continuous respiratory support
- Tracking Notes
- Requires specialized neonatal or pediatric ventilator settings and close clinical monitoring.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Tidal Volume: ~30-56 mL
- Frequency
- Continuous respiratory support
- Tracking Notes
- Titrate pressure support and respiratory rate to maintain normal ventilation parameters.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Tidal Volume: ~48-80 mL
- Frequency
- Continuous respiratory support
- Tracking Notes
- Adjust flow rate, PEEP, and oxygen concentration based on arterial blood gas results.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Tidal Volume: ~66-120 mL
- Frequency
- Continuous respiratory support
- Tracking Notes
- Monitor airway pressures and patient-ventilator synchrony regularly.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Tidal Volume: ~96-160 mL
- Frequency
- Continuous respiratory support
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure proper interface fit (mask or cannula) to minimize air leaks during non-invasive therapy.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Tidal Volume: ~6-8 mL/kg of ideal body weight | Continuous respiratory support | Requires specialized neonatal or pediatric ventilator settings and close clinical monitoring. |
| 5-7 kg | Tidal Volume: ~30-56 mL | Continuous respiratory support | Titrate pressure support and respiratory rate to maintain normal ventilation parameters. |
| 8-10 kg | Tidal Volume: ~48-80 mL | Continuous respiratory support | Adjust flow rate, PEEP, and oxygen concentration based on arterial blood gas results. |
| 11-15 kg | Tidal Volume: ~66-120 mL | Continuous respiratory support | Monitor airway pressures and patient-ventilator synchrony regularly. |
| 16-20 kg | Tidal Volume: ~96-160 mL | Continuous respiratory support | Ensure proper interface fit (mask or cannula) to minimize air leaks during non-invasive therapy. |
Formulation
Purpose
Used to support respiratory function, improve alveolar ventilation, deliver oxygen therapy, or alleviate the sensation of shortness of breath (dyspnea) in patients with respiratory distress or failure.
Generic Name
Non-Invasive and Invasive Ventilation Device / Airflow SystemBranded Drug Names
Mechanical Air Circulation Device is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.