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QuestionCan you boil water and then turn off the stove and put the nebulizer and all its pieces in the boiled water for 10 minutes to sterilize instead of using the vinegar cleaning solution once a week?Community AnswerYes, you can. You might want to keep the heat on low for ten minutes instead of turning it off.
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QuestionCan I use a dishwasher to clean my nebulizer?Community AnswerSome parts of some nebulisers can be cleaned in a dishwasher. Check your nebuliser instruction booklet to be sure.
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QuestionDoes the nebulizer have to be up on a high shelf to clean out the hose while it is running?Community AnswerNo it doesn't. The hose isn't affected by height. However it is a good idea to keep the tube as straight as possible.
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QuestionIs it okay to put soap or detergent powder to clean a nebulizer?Community AnswerIt depends on the type. It would be best to check your nebuliser instruction booklet for more details. Milton's tablets for baby's bottles can be safely used, or the mixture of 1 part white vinegar to 3 parts water described above.
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QuestionShould mist be flowing from the end of the tubing away from my mouth? Also, should I breathe normally while using the nebulizer or take deep breaths?Community AnswerThe usage of a mouthpiece is recommended as the best way to use nebulizer. There is no need to take deep breaths during the process of nebulization––normal breathing is fine.
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