When May You Not Use Your Skeen Patch; Other Factors You Need To Consider; How To Protect Your Skeen Patch - IBP SKEEN Manual De Instrucciones

3.3 When may you not use
your SKEEN Patch?
Do not use the SKEEN Patch
► if you suffer from cardiac prob-
lems, especially from cardiac dys-
rhythmias. The stimulation current
can lead to ventricular fibrillation
and in the worst case to cardiac
arrest.
► if you have a pacemaker or other
electronic implants. The stimula-
tion current can interfere with the
function of your implant.
► if you suffer from seizures. In se-
vere cases the stimulation current
can trigger convulsions.
► when pregnant. In severe cases
the stimulation current can trigger
contractions.
► if you suffer from allergic skin reac-
tions. The electrodes and patch
can lead to skin irritations.
► if you suffer from systemic illness-
es, i.e. those affecting the entire
body.
► if the SKEEN Patch is damaged.
The stimulation current can lead to
aches and skin irritations.
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3.4 Other factors you need to consider

► Do not allow children access to
your SKEEN Patch.
Children could swallow small
pieces and as a consequence suf-
focate.

4. How to protect your SKEEN Patch

► The electronics of your SKEEN
Patch tolerate neither wetness nor
moisture.
Do not rinse the SKEEN Patch un-
der running water, do not immerse
it in water or other fluids, and do
not wear it while swimming or while
in the sauna.
► Your SKEEN Patch is sensitive to
heat.
Do not expose the SKEEN Patch to
direct sunlight, and do not place it
on hot surfaces.
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