Is it okay to microwave nebulizer or in baby bottle sterilizer?

Posted by terryb1 @128128terry11t, May 17, 2017

Was calling some number today to order a few more nebulizers so that if I go away, I won't have to keep cleaning/sterilizing (great suggestion obtained from the forum). I happened to ask the question: "Is it all right to microwave nebulizer in steam bags or in baby bottle sterilizer equipment?" The gal replied an emphatic "no". I was not clever enough to ask why ... suppose plastic might melt or give off something toxic?? Person went on to say that they only recommend boiling (for 5 minutes) or soaking in 1part white vinegar to 3 parts water for at least 30 minutes. I wish that I could find the number that I called but anyone may verify by going on internet and calling a number or live chatting with someone from a reputable nebulizer company. Please advise if you get a different response. Hope that this is helpful.
Terry

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cwal | @cwal | Nov 17, 2024

In reply to @bayarea58 "Really? That is both surprising and interesting. I have pulmonary rehab on Monday and will asks..." + (show)

Thanks! It would be great to have clarification regarding the issue. Info that has some analysis or trustworthy research would explain why they say one is equal to the other. My concern is that the lesser dose with the puffer would not penetrate the airways (even the smallest airways) adequately to open them like the nebulizer would.

pacathy | @pacathy | Nov 18, 2024

Error posted it 2x

pacathy | @pacathy | Nov 18, 2024

One other issue with inhalers is that the user’s technique is very important in getting dose into lungs.
People have to remember exhale completely, time their breath to pressing inhaler, hold it and not exhale too quickly. Spacers have helped a lot, but getting the med in with inhaler is a little trickier than with nebulizer..

Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Nov 18, 2024

In reply to @cwal "bayarea58 Surprising yes. I would like to know a definitive answer about using the inhaler vs..." + (show)

@cwal, @batare58, @scoop and all who hve begun asking which is better, inhaler or nebulizer? I have started a new discussion with a single reference article:
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/which-delivers-medication-better-a-nebulizer-or-an-inhaler/
Stop in and contribute, please. Especially @scoop - you are so good at research, and my ability to stay at the keyboard is still limited. I know there are studis - can you find them?

Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Nov 18, 2024

@cwal, @bayarea58, @scoop and others - There always seems to be some confusion about which is better - albuterol or levalbuterol. And the answer is the ever-annoying "it depends".
So here is a new discussion to address the issue:
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/lets-compare-albutrol-and-levalbuterol/

cwal | @cwal | Jan 6 5:30am

In reply to @bayarea58 "Really? That is both surprising and interesting. I have pulmonary rehab on Monday and will asks..." + (show)

@bayarea58
Did you ever happen to get a chance to ask your pulmonary rehab about this?

lilianna | @lilianna | Jan 7 8:12am

In reply to @bayarea58 "Really? That is both surprising and interesting. I have pulmonary rehab on Monday and will asks..." + (show)

Bayarea58
I have a question about pulmonary rehabilitation. How did you get this benefit? What does it entails? I was inthe pulmo rehab program two years ago- mostly for cardiac patients- education, put on treadmill and checked pulse every 10 minutes. Is it what you are having?

scoop | @scoop | Jan 7 11:24am

In reply to @lilianna "Bayarea58 I have a question about pulmonary rehabilitation. How did you get this benefit? What does..." + (show)

A couple random thoughts on pulmonary rehab not exactly answering your question.

The 6 minute walk test is used for determining eligibility for PR at my place. It involves walking as quickly as you can from orange cone to orange cone set up a certain distance away. You are timed. I did not qualify but after my last infection (walking pneumonia) I put myself on a home rehab program, which involves using an incentive spirometer, treadmill and upper body dumb bell weights.

I've also noticed that there are PR programs available online with more and more of them supported by insurance.

lilianna | @lilianna | Jan 7 11:44am

In reply to @scoop "A couple random thoughts on pulmonary rehab not exactly answering your question. The 6 minute walk..." + (show)

My insurance - aetna medicare advantage pop, does not pay for the PR maintenance phase- that is where I am after I had it two years ago. I would need to pay for participation- not really that much $100/ month- and it is more independent. I do not know what it means until I see the program coordinator. I will do it but I need to get stronger - I had Covid and still take prednisone. I need more energy and strength. Thank you for the response. Stay healthy

@ling | @wangling | Jan 9 9:25pm

In reply to @sharonji "Hi! Seems many of us have same challenge. I purchased hauture baby bottle sterilizer on Amazon..." + (show)

Hi Sharon,
I also bought a hauture baby bottle sterilizer because of the review while ago. But I have not started using it yet. I will take it with me for my trip soon. I would like to know your experience after the initial use failed. Are you still using it?
Ling

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