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How to Use a Nebulizer

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Updated May 20, 2010

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Clean Your Nebulizer
How to Use a Nebulizer

Cleaning Your Nebulizer

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After each treatment, disconnect your nebulizer (t-piece or mask) from the tubing and take it apart. Rinse nebulizer cup with warm water, and then shake off the excess water and let air dry. Do not clean the tubing; if water gets inside, make sure to replace.

At the end of every day, make sure you wash all nebulizer parts in warm soapy, water and then rinse well. Just as before, shake off excess water and allow them to dry completely on a dish rack or clean towel. When completely dry, reassemble and keep in a cool dry place.

Some nebulizer parts are dishwasher safe, but make sure to read the instructions that came with your nebulizer or check with the retailer you bought it from beforehand.

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