Wednesday 6 August 2014

Use of Asthma Inhalers (With and without spacer device)

The importance of properly using your asthma inhaler cannot be overstated. There are many persons however, that are unaware or unsure of the proper technique when using these inhalers. A lack of understanding of these techniques may lead to sub-therapeutic dosing, giving rise to exacerbation of symptoms. Please see the videos below for the correct method of their use.


The following video shows how to use your spacer device effectively.

We will be happy to answer any further questions you may have.
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5 comments:

  1. Lramdeen6 August 2014 at 22:19

    This was a very useful resource for asthma sufferers as well as family members and caregivers. Thank you!

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  2. Anonymous9 August 2014 at 09:19

    Can you provide some information with respect to care i.e. how to clean spacer device? Thanks

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    1. Unknown12 August 2014 at 15:58

      Hey thanks for your question. please refer to the link provided below with instructions on cleaning a spacer device.

      http://www.wvasthma.org/Portals/4/Cleaning%20a%20Spacer%20or%20Valved%20Holding%20Chamber.pdf

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  3. Ryan10 August 2014 at 12:10

    Are there disposable spacers?

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  4. Unknown12 August 2014 at 15:24

    Hey Ryan, Thanks for your comment, yes there are disposable spacers available. Yourhealthfirst does not carry this item but it can be purchased at local pharmacies.

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