What happens if your CPAP runs out of water?


What happens if your CPAP runs out of water? Your device will function normally and safely without water in the tub, but it will no longer provide humidification.


What happens if you forget to put water in CPAP machine?

If you don't add water or if the water in the humidifier runs out, the machine will still deliver pressurized air, but the air will not carry added moisture. Humidification itself is not essential to the effectiveness of CPAP therapy, but it can be important to addressing dryness in the nose or mouth.