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My husband uses neilmed irrigation and just rinses bottle with hot water when finished. doesnt use soap for fear of residue. is it dangerous to not use soap after using the saline solution? you mix the packet with distilled water?
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Company website: Please contact the support desk of the company, review their instructions online at their website. The packet directions may also be reviewed by consulting with the company.
Answered 12/26/2020
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Neilmed: The bottle is said to be microwaveable, and advised to get new one at 6 months. Soap could be used, such as a gentle dish washing soap like Dawn, and if rinsed out well, should be fine.
Answered 12/26/2020
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