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Warnings Related to Treatment

WARNING

! • If you stop your CPAP or bilevel treatment, your sleep apnea will return immediately.

• Always consult your clinician if you expect to be in a situation where you cannot use your VPAP Malibu unit.

• If you are admitted to a hospital or prescribed any other form of medical treatment, always inform the medical staff that you are being treated with CPAP or bilevel. It is also important to contact the clinician who is treating you for sleep apnea.

• If you experience an infection of the upper respiratory tract, middle ear, or sinuses, contact your clinician before continuing your CPAP or bilevel treatment. You may be advised to stop treatment until the infection has cleared. If you continue with treatment during an infection, be sure to clean your mask and tubing after every use.

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Cautions

The following are general cautions. Specific cautions appear next to the relevant instructions in this guide.

CAUTION

! • Do not open the VPAP Malibu case. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Repairs and internal servicing should only be performed by an authorized service agent.

Possible Side Effects

The VPAP Malibu flow generator is designed to help you have a good night’s sleep. However, you need to be aware of possible problems that may arise during CPAP or bilevel treatment.

WARNING

! Consult your clinician immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms during your CPAP or bilevel treatment:

• headache

• middle ear or sinus discomfort

• dryness of the nose, mouth, or throat

• feeling bloated due to air swallowing

• air continually leaking out of the mouth while sleeping

• recurrence of any sleep apnea symptoms while on CPAP or bilevel. Skin irritation may occur from sensitivity to the mask materials or from excessively tight headgear straps. A correctly fitted mask and appropriately adjusted straps will often prevent skin irritation. If problems persist, contact your clinician for advice.

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