Cleaning mask with Tergazyme

[ncgncg]

Has anyone tried cleaning CPAP masks with Tergazyme (a.k.a. Alconox 1304, the detergent ResMed recommends for hospital use)? I ordered a box on Amazon to give it a try because with regular dish soap I just can't seem to really get my nasal pillows clean: there's always some residual oily residue that isn't on a new one right out of the bag. I've used regular Alconox in the past when I worked in a lab, and the stuff really is magic. As far as I can tell, Tergazyme is basically like regular Alconox but with added enzymes to break down protein residue. I'll report back here once I get to try it.

[Julie]

But is it safe on silicone? Regular dish detergent, unless very mild and/or pure, is not, and the Alconox sounds quite heavy duty.

[chunkyfrog]

For those looking for a ready-made, tried and true solution, here is one:
https://www.cpap.com/productpage/beaumo ... eaner.html
Many of us use unscented baby wipes, dish soap, vinegar, or even boiling with soda.
Find what works for you.

[Wulfman...]

Good old Dawn dishwashing liquid (the original blue version) works about as well as anything made.


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[Goofproof]

Good old Dawn dishwashing liquid (the original blue version) works about as well as anything made.


Den

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1,000 animals concur! I'd be worried what chemicals I used near my personal air intake, I don't consider chemical products to be our friends, at least dish soap can be well rinsed out. Jim

[Bill44133]

For those looking for a ready-made, tried and true solution, here is one:
https://www.cpap.com/productpage/beaumo ... eaner.html
Many of us use unscented baby wipes, dish soap, vinegar, or even boiling with soda.
Find what works for you.

+1 that is what I use.