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Anyone Else Have Eyes Irritated by 7% Saline?
MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Jun 21 1:02pm | Replies (47)Comment receiving replies
Hello, I just started the 7% sodium saline and I am unable to tolerate a full vial. So I do half a vial and even that is hard. Anyone else have any problems? I have an older nebulizer. Will I eventually get used to it so I can increase my dose?
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@myjourneybe while 7% is the gold standard there are some people who can’t tolerate it or will dilute it until they can get used to it. My Dr doesn’t prescribe it as he thinks it’s too harsh so I’m on 3%.
@myjourneybe is it making you cough too much…causing bronchospasm ? If that’s the issue, I’ve found using albuterol about 20 mins before the saline relaxes my airways .
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@myjourneybe I do think you’ll get used to it. Have you tried taking quick breaks and sipping water? That helps me.
Is it making you cough or does your throat bother you?
I got a new nebulizer after I added the 7% because the old one was too slow.
Even half probably helps.