Contraindications - 3B G3 Series User Manual

Luna G3 BPAP 25A (G3 B25A) User Manual MID-97/v1.0
CAUTIONS!
• U. S. federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
• The patient is the intended operator.
• The device is intended for use by operators trained or experienced in similar
equipment.
• Cleaning and disinfection can be performed by the patient.
IMPORTANT TIP!
• Read and understand the entire user manual before operating this system. If you have any
questions concerning the use of this system, contact your home care provider or health
care professional.

5. Contraindications

If you have any of the following conditions, tell your doctor before using this device:
• Insufficient respiratory drive to endure brief interruptions in non-invasive ventilation
therapy
• Acute sinusitis or otitis media
• Epistaxis causing a risk of pulmonary aspiration
• Conditions predisposing to a risk of aspiration of gastric contents
• Impaired ability to clear secretions
• Hypotension or significant intravascular volume depletion
• Pneumothorax or pneumomediastinum
• Recent cranial trauma, cerebrospinal fluid leak or surgery
• Obviously uncooperative or extremely tense
The following side effects may occur during treatment:
- Dryness of the mouth, nose and throat
- Abdominal bloating
- Ear or sinus discomfort
- Eye irritation
- Skin irritation due to the use of a mask
- Chest discomfort
CAUTION!
• Contact your health care professional if symptoms of sleep apnea recur. Contact
your health care professional if you have any questions concerning your therapy.
IMPORTANT TIPS!
• An irregular sleep schedule, alcohol consumption, obesity, sleeping pills, or
sedatives may aggravate your symptoms.
• Please use a mask which meets ISO 17510: 2015.
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