AEROECLIPSE* II BAN* Nebulizer

With breath actuated delivery, aerosol is only produced during the inspiratory cycle. This means medication is not wasted between breaths or during breaks in treatment (for example to cough or have a conversation). This puts the patient in control of their aerosol treatment. Other nebulizers continuously produce aerosol regardless of whether the patient is inhaling, exhaling or resting, resulting in medication being lost to the air instead of delivered to the lungs. 

The AEROECLIPSE* II BAN* Nebulizer only produces aerosol during inhalation, so treatment time is dependent on breathing pattern and also breaks taken during the treatment. The dose (or amount of medication) and the gas source used (for example, hospital wall air) are other factors that affect treatment time

Nebulizer design and the dose or amount of medication it’s delivering affect treatment time. To keep treatment time consistent, it’s important to properly care for the nebulizer according to the device’s instructions for use.

The frequency of nebulizer treatments depends on the type and severity of the patient’s condition. A health care provider can determine what’s right for the patient.

Nebulizers are often selected for patients such as infants and small children. A health care provider can determine what’s right for the patient.

The number of nebulizer treatments depends on the type and severity of the patient’s condition. Treatments may be recommended once or twice to several times daily. A health care provider can determine what’s right for the patient.

The AEROECLIPSE* II BAN* Nebulizer is an innovative device that produces aerosol only during inhalation. Most other nebulizers continuously produce aerosol regardless of whether the patient is inhaling, exhaling or resting. As a result, a large portion of the prescribed medication in a continuous nebulizer is released to the environment and is not inhaled. Care providers and others in the immediate surroundings have the risk of inhaling potentially harmful aerosolized emissions. 

The AEROECLIPSE* II BAN* Nebulizer allows the healthcare provider many treatment options that may include fewer or shorter treatment times, less medication put into the nebulizer, or running the AEROECLIPSE* II BAN* Nebulizer continuously. 

The green feedback button on the top of the AEROECLIPSE* II BAN* Nebulizer lowers during inhalation indicating that aerosol is being produced. When the patient stops inhaling, the button returns back to its original position indicating aerosol production has stopped. This movement can help encourage the patient to take long, slow breaths.

Down Position: Lowers upon inhalation.

Up Position: Rises back to the original ‘up’ position at the end of inhalation or between breaths.

Yes, the mouthpiece on the AEROECLIPSE* II BAN* Nebulizer can be removed and replaced with a COMFORTSEAL* Mask . The silicone mask contours gently to the face, providing a secure and comfortable fit. COMFORTSEAL* Masks are available in small, medium and large sizes.

To use the AEROECLIPSE* II BAN* Nebulizer in breath actuated mode, move the mode selector on the top of the nebulizer to the breath actuated position (*). If there is a time when you would rather have a continuous mist, simply move the mode selector clockwise to the continuous mode position (**).

* Breath actuated position:

 ** Continuous mode position:

Yes, simply use the device in the continuous mode position. Simply move the mode selector clockwise to the continuous mode position (**).

** Continuous mode position:

The AEROECLIPSE* II BAN* Nebulizer should be replaced after 7 days of use.

We recommend cleaning the nebulizer (excluding tubing) after each use.

The nebulizer (excluding tubing) can be cleaned after each use.

1. The mode selector should be in the breath actuated position (*).
    
2. Remove the EZ TWIST Tubing from the bottom of the nebulizer.
    
3. Unscrew and remove the nebulizer top.
    
4. Shake out excess drug.
    
5. Use any of the following methods to clean the nebulizer.
   1. Hand Washing: Soak the three parts in a mild solution of liquid dish detergent and lukewarm clean water for about 5 minutes. Agitate gently. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. Shake out excess water.
   2. Sterile Water: Thoroughly rinse the three parts in sterile water. Shake out excess water.
       
6. Briefly connect the tubing to the bottom of the nebulizer cup and the compressed air supply to clear the air pathway.
    
7. Allow the parts to air dry thoroughly before reassembling.
    
8. Reattach the nebulizer top, making sure to line up the white cylinder with the stem of the nebulizer cup. Gently hand tighten until a stop is detected.
    
9. Reattach the mouthpiece to the nebulizer with the exhalation valve facing down.
    
10. After the nebulizer is fully dry and assembled, store in a clean plastic bag or container.

Refer to the instructions for use for additional information.

* Breath actuated position:

The nebulizer (excluding tubing) can be disinfected each day. First, follow the cleaning instructions. Do not reassemble the nebulizer. Soak the mouthpiece, nebulizer top and nebulizer cup in 70 % isopropyl alcohol for 5 minutes. Rinse the parts thoroughly with sterile water. Allow the parts to air dry thoroughly before reassembling. After the nebulizer is fully dry and assembled, store in a clean plastic bag or container.

Refer to the instructions for use for additional information.

No, the AEROECLIPSE* II BAN* Nebulizer cannot be sterilized. Do not autoclave.

You may notice condensation on the inside of the EZ TWIST Tubing. This is normal. To remove the condensation, simply connect one end of the tubing to the compressed air supply, and allow the air to run without the nebulizer attached. This will force air through the tubing, drying the inside. To clean the exterior, wipe with a damp cloth. Allow to air dry thoroughly.

Refer to the instructions for use for additional information.

Yes, a filter kit is available for use with AEROECLIPSE* BAN* Nebulizers. The filter kit filters fugitive emissions (aerosolized medication)1, viruses2 and bacteria2 from the patient's exhaled breath. It reduces exposure of healthcare providers to potentially harmful emissions. The filter kit is a single patient, single use accessory (use only once).

^{1. TMI, Data on file 30 August 2020.}

^{2. Breathing Filter Product Report, 24 October 2020, on file TMI.}

The AEROECLIPSE* II BAN* Nebulizer can be connected directly to the AEROBIKA* OPEP device for nebulizer therapy during inhalation with secretion mobilization during exhalation. To use, first remove the mouthpiece from the AEROECLIPSE* II BAN* Nebulizer. Then, attach the device to the nebulizer port of the AEROBIKA* OPEP device. No adaptor is required. A healthcare provider can advise which medication to use for combined treatments.