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Vicks Personal Steam Inhaler
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Disease Books > Asthma > Item 1
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Vicks Personal Steam Inhaler
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by Vicks
Sales Rank: 701
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List Price: $33.89
$29.99
At Amazon
on 1-10-2011.
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Features
Provides vapor therapy for colds, flu, bronchitis, and other respiratory ailments
Soothing steam penetrates nasal, sinus, throat passages naturally
5- to 15-minute treatment; adjustable steam control
Comfortable, soft, plastic hood
Compact size for storage or travel; 1-year warranty
Owner Reviews, Ratings, Comments and Criticism
I purchased the Inhaler after reviewing other comparable devices on the Internet. What sold me was the price and the name brand.
I've been using it whenever my sinus is blocked and it does a great job. Very low maintenance and the cost (water + a bit of electricity) is close to nothing to what it uses.
The face mask (I'll call it that) fits me well but I usually keep my head a few inches away when the steam really starts to engage. I surely don't want to fry my nasal passages and it could easily do that if I continue to keep my face right up to the mask.
I know I could use those menthol pads but the cost is high even searching around on the internet for lower costs. What I did instead is purchase those pocket Vicks inhalers that is not only cheap but very effective too! I usually stop for 30 seconds between steam sessions and inhale through each nostril about three times and then continue on with 5-10 minute sessions doing this for 20 minutes or so. Works real well.
I think the device will last me years and years and the maintenance with white vinegar is also low cost!
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Vicks Personal Steam Inhaler
List Price: $33.89
Available from Amazon
Price: $29.99
Updated on 1-10-2011.
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