Specifications

REMstar Plus User Manual ❍ 3
The Respironics REMstar Plus System is a CPAP (Continuous Positive
Airway Pressure) device designed for the treatment of adult Obstructive
Sleep Apnea only.
The REMstar Plus is to be used only on the instruction of a licensed
physician. Your home care provider will make the correct pressure settings
according to your physician’s prescription.
Several accessories are available to make your OSA treatment with the
REMstar Plus CPAP System as convenient and comfortable as possible. To
ensure that you receive the safe, effective therapy prescribed for you, use
only Respironics accessories.
Read and understand the entire user’s manual before operating this
system. If you have any questions concerning the use of this system,
contact your home care provider or doctor.
IMPORTANT!
Intended Use
Studies have shown that the following pre-existing conditions may
contraindicate the use of positive airway pressure therapy for some patients:
• Bullous Lung Disease
• Pneumothorax
• Pathologically Low Blood Pressure
• Pneumocephalus has been reported in a patient using nasal
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure. Caution should be used when
prescribing CPAP for susceptible patients such as those with: cerebral
spinal fluid (CSF) leaks, abnormalities of the cribriform plate, prior
history of head trauma, and/or pneumocephalus.
(Chest 1989; 96:1425-1426)
The use of positive airway pressure therapy may be temporarily contraindi-
cated if you exhibit signs of a sinus or middle ear infection. Not for use with
patients whose upper airways are bypassed. Contact your physician if you
have any questions concerning your therapy.
Contraindications
Intended Use