For patients with chronic lung disease (COPD), heart failure, post-COVID conditions, or elderly people with breathing difficulties, having a home oxygen supply gives families peace of mind and reduces hospital admissions. But should you rent an oxygen concentrator or a cylinder, what capacity do you need, and what will it cost? This article summarises how to choose and provides real rental prices in Da Nang.
What is the difference between an oxygen concentrator and an oxygen cylinder?
Both devices deliver oxygen, but they work differently and suit different situations. Choosing the right one saves money and improves safety.
| Criteria | Oxygen Concentrator | Oxygen Cylinder |
|---|---|---|
| Oxygen source | Filters oxygen from room air; requires electricity | Pre-compressed oxygen stored in the cylinder |
| Duration of use | Continuous, long-term | Limited; needs refilling or swapping |
| Power dependency | Yes (requires electricity) | No (works during power cuts) |
| Best suited for | Daily home oxygen therapy | Backup, transport, power outages |
Practical tip: many families opt for a combination — one oxygen concentrator for daily primary use, plus one oxygen cylinder on standby for power outages or when taking the patient to medical appointments.
Should you choose a 5L or 10L oxygen concentrator?
- 5L machine: sufficient for most home supplemental oxygen needs (1–5 litres per minute) as prescribed by a doctor.
- 10L machine: for cases requiring higher flow rates, or for therapies that need a larger oxygen supply.
- The flow rate (litres per minute) must follow your doctor's prescription exactly — do not adjust it yourself.
Oxygen & respiratory equipment rental prices in Da Nang
Reference prices at GreenCare (Y Tế Xanh), including delivery and installation within the city and a safety usage briefing; transport surcharges based on distance are communicated upfront:
| Equipment | Rental from |
|---|---|
| Oxygen cylinder rental | $11 |
| Oxygen concentrator — 15-day package | $46 |
| Oxygen concentrator 5L — 30-day package | $57 |
| Suction machine / nebuliser (first day) | $4 |
| Ventilator (HT50 / Hamilton) per day | $95 |
| Hospital bed | $38 |
Safety tips for home oxygen therapy
- Treat oxygen as a medication: use only at the flow rate and duration prescribed by your doctor.
- Absolutely no smoking, and keep the equipment away from gas stoves, candles, and any spark source — oxygen intensifies combustion.
- Place the machine in a well-ventilated area, at least 15–30 cm from walls to allow adequate heat dissipation.
- Clean the humidifier bottle and change the distilled water regularly; monitor SpO₂ if you have a pulse oximeter.
- If the patient's breathing worsens, lips or fingertips turn blue, or they become drowsy — call emergency services immediately; do not simply increase the oxygen flow.
Home oxygen rental in Da Nang with GreenCare
Oxygen therapy and respiratory care are our core services. GreenCare delivers and installs oxygen concentrators and cylinders directly to your home across Da Nang's districts — Hai Chau, Thanh Khe, Son Tra, Ngu Hanh Son, Cam Le, Lien Chieu, and Hoa Vang — with transport support and cylinder-swap service when needed. If your patient also needs a nurse to monitor them alongside oxygen therapy, we can combine this with a home care package.
Need personalised advice for your loved one in Da Nang? Call our hotline 094 368 81 15 (24/7) or leave your details to book an appointment — a GreenCare nurse will contact you and provide transparent pricing before we begin.
