I have an ionic pro air purifier and have noticed that I get headaches after use of it for a few hours. Do you see any correlation? It did have a plastic-y smell, would that be it? Just thought I would check for some info to see if you have heard of any problems with this type of situation with the Ionic Pro?
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Ionic Pro user headache seem related to use?
I know I am quite sensitive to ozone ... it causes a dull headache ... there are certain days in the summer, when I avoid going outdoors after 10am ... A while ago, I tired an air purifier for our bedroom that releases some ozone, supposedly a safe level ... enough for me to get a headache, so I had to return it.
May 17, 2010
Ionic Pro and health issues by: Lisa- site expert
Hi, Good question! I am glad you noticed that your headaches may be from use of your Ionic Pro. The "fresh air" smell that the ionic function offers actually produces ozone. Ozone gets rid of odors. Ozone also has been linked to lung irritation and is not recommended for anyone with asthma.
While you may not have lung issues, it is documented that high levels of ozone can cause sinus problems, shortness of breath, fever and, Yes! headaches.
The Ionic Pro does stay within the FDA limit of ozone .05ppm and is considered therefore safe by the FDA. We all know that some people may have reactions, even with FDA approved things. So, I would venture to guess that it is very possible your headaches could be from the ozone produced from the Ionic Pro air purifier.
The Ionic Pro is not much better than a fan at being an air purifier, so I recommend doing yourself a huge favor and getting a really good air purifier. There are many to pick from on this site. The "best air purifier" page will give the list of the top I have found. It might be hard to spend the money, but it will pay off in years of health in the long run!!
