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Nebulizer question

Posted by AZ @equanimous, Sep 23 2:09pm

I have a Pari LC Sprint nebulizer and compressor. It is time to change neb cups and I want to switch to breath actuated. Does anyone know if I can use the Aeroeclipse reusable breath actuated cup with my Pari compressor? I sent a message to Just Nebulizers and am awaiting response but thought I'd pose it to our very well-informed group.
Thanks.

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irenea8 | @irenea8 | Sep 24 8:12am

you should be able to use them together. The tube might be harder to fit onto the compressor but it should go on. I tried switching to the Aeroeclipse but did not like it and went back to the sprint. I use the Ombra compressor with the sprint cups and tubing just fine. Or I will use the Pari compressor.

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suzek | @suzek | Sep 24 10:13am
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@irenea8

you should be able to use them together. The tube might be harder to fit onto the compressor but it should go on. I tried switching to the Aeroeclipse but did not like it and went back to the sprint. I use the Ombra compressor with the sprint cups and tubing just fine. Or I will use the Pari compressor.

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I was interested in your preference for the Sprint cup as I may try that. I’m using the AeroEclipse XL with the Ombra compressor. Would you mind saying why you prefer the Sprint?
Thanks

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irenea8 | @irenea8 | Sep 24 11:15am

I felt like I had to breath too hard with the AeroEclipse compared to the Sprint. As I recall it was also less effective for me in loosening or bringing up the mucus. I may try it again sometime. It is really different for each person I would imagine. That was just my experience.

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Sep 24 9:02pm
In reply to @irenea8 "I felt like I had to breath too hard with the AeroEclipse compared to the Sprint...." + (show)
@irenea8

I felt like I had to breath too hard with the AeroEclipse compared to the Sprint. As I recall it was also less effective for me in loosening or bringing up the mucus. I may try it again sometime. It is really different for each person I would imagine. That was just my experience.

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Hi Irene - I'm glad I'm not the only one! Not only that, but I find it too hard to breathe with the Aerobika attached to the neb. I guess I'm just a wimp.
Sue

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irenea8 | @irenea8 | Sep 25 7:49am
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@sueinmn

Hi Irene - I'm glad I'm not the only one! Not only that, but I find it too hard to breathe with the Aerobika attached to the neb. I guess I'm just a wimp.
Sue

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I tried attaching it once and did not like it. Anyway I really feel using the Aerobika AFTER nebulising is what works better for me. The whole routine is long since I use extra saline but I have learned to just accept that. I watch something distracting on TV (with headphones on) and it really helps pass the time.

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AZ | @equanimous | Sep 25 10:27am

Based on your replies, I've decided to stick with my Pari LC sprint set up. Thanks!

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suzek | @suzek | Sep 25 1:23pm

Also, based on your replies, I've just ordered the Pari Sprint LC cup to try.
Thank you everyone for your comments.

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blm1007blm1007 | @blm1007blm1007 | Sep 26 4:10pm

So glad this has been addressed. I was so frustrated with the AeroEclipse alone and as well with the Aerobika attached to it. Now I know it wasn't just me with the way I was using it. It was as if I had to strain to use it.
Barbara

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