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What is the reason that cleaning nebs with vinegar/water is no longer recommended? (pls correct me if wrong) references/links? what is best (not boil)

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Dr. Luis Villaplana answered

DISTILLED WATER: And if safe, a teaspoon of bleach will do.

Dr Pizzo agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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Not strong enough.: Vinegar is not strong enough to kill the bacteria that are now found in many nebulizers. Recommended methods include boiling or microwaving for 5 minutes, soaking in a solution of 1 part bleach and 50 parts water for 3 minutes, soaking in rubbing alcohol for 5 minutes, and soaking in 3% hydrogen peroxide for 30 minutes. Always follow the nebulizer maker's recommendations, however.

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/20/2012

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A member asked:

What is the reason that cleaning nebs with vinegar/water is no longer recommended? (pls correct me if wrong) references/links? what is best (not boil)

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Luis Villaplana answered

Dr Pizzo agreed

Dr. Joseph Eastern answered

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

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