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If i drop my inhaler in the toilet can i still use it?

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Dr. Adam Newman answered

Really?: You would actually put it back in your mouth after it fell in the toilet? Really? Get a new one.

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/12/2020

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A member asked:

If i drop my inhaler in the toilet can i still use it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Adam Newman answered

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

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