Why is an inhaler always together with an AEROCHAMBER* chamber?
Use of a chamber is a simple and effective way to help improve the use of your inhaler. Chambers help to ensure that your medicine reaches your lungs where it’s needed and limits the amount that ends up in the back of the throat1.
1 Lavorini et al. Targeting drugs to the airways: the role of spacer devices. Expert Opin Drug Deliv 2009;6(1):91-102
INTENDED USE
This chamber is intended to be used along with a metered dose inhaler to deliver aerosol medication to your lungs as prescribed by your healthcare provider.
BEFORE EACH USE
This chamber can be used directly out-of-package. Ensure these instructions and the instructions supplied with the inhaler have been read. Carefully look into the chamber. If there is any visible dust or other debris inside, then clean the chamber. Replace immediately if it is damaged or has missing parts.
HOW TO USE YOUR CHAMBER
For preparation of the inhaler, follow the instructions supplied with the inhaler.
1 Remove caps from the inhaler and mouthpiece chamber. Shake the inhaler immediately before use as per the instructions supplied with it.
2 MASK: Insert the inhaler into the back-piece of the chamber. Apply mask to face and ensure an effective seal. MOUTHPIECE: Insert the inhaler into the backpiece of the chamber. Put mouthpiece into mouth and close your lips around it to ensure an effective seal.
3 MASK: Exhale then press the inhaler once at the beginning of a slow inhalation. Hold mask in place and breathe in and out through the chamber for 5-6 breaths. MOUTHPIECE: Exhale then press the inhaler once at the beginning of a slow inhalation. Inhale slowly and deeply through the
chamber until a full breath has been taken. Hold your breath for 5-10 seconds before exhaling. OR Exhale and press the inhaler once at the beginning of a slow inhalation. Breathe in and out through the chamber for 2-3 breaths keeping lips sealed around chamber mouthpiece.
Notes
• SLOW DOWN inhalation if you hear the whistle sound, it means you are inhaling too quickly.
• If someone is helping you they can use the Flow-Vu* Inhalation Indicator to ensure a good seal, coordinate pressing the inhaler with inhalation and to count the number of breaths taken. The Flow-Vu* Indicator moves toward you as you inhale and only moves if you have a proper seal.
• Administer one (1) puff at a time. Follow instructions supplied with the inhaler on how long to wait before repeating.
Cautions
• Do not use with Dry Powder Inhalers or Nebulizers. This chamber has not been designed to deliver these medications so you may not get the proper dose.
• Failure to follow instructions may affect medication delivery or cause inhalation issues.
Warning
• Do not leave the device unattended with children. Contains small parts that can cause choking.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
This chamber can be used right out-of-package and then cleaned weekly. (Mask product shown as an example)
1 Remove the backpiece (D). To detach the frontpiece (B), twist chamber as shown.
2 Soak the parts for 15 minutes in a mild solution of liquid dish detergent and luke-warm clean water. Agitate gently. Rinse parts in clean water. OR Place parts in top rack of dishwasher. Ensure product is securely placed face up. Run the dishwasher on a normal or light cycle. Do not heat dry.
3 Shake out excess water and allow to air dry in a vertical position. Ensure parts are dry before reassembly. 4 To reassemble, fit the frontpiece (B) on the end of the chamber and twist firmly until securely locked into position. Center the alignment feature (C) on the backpiece with the Flow-Vu* Inhalation Indicator (A), as shown. Press firmly to attach the backpiece (D).
Notes
• Product should be replaced after 12 months of use.
• Do not share this medical device.
• Product is free of Bisphenol A, Phthalates, Latex, Lead and PVC.
• If you notice medication build-up in your chamber, wash the inside of the chamber gently with a soft cloth.
• Dishwashing with overly dirty dishes is not recommended.
• If cleaning in a dishwasher use a rinse aid.
• For cleaning of the inhaler, follow the instructions supplied with the inhaler.
• The chamber device can be disposed of with domestic waste unless this is prohibited by the disposal regulations prevailing in the respective countries.
• Put cap back on the mouthpiece and store in a clean, dry area when not in use.
• Testing has been conducted with the following disinfectant solutions:
• Milton† • Dodie† • Perasafe†
• Test results indicate that the solutions tested have no adverse effect on the performance of the device.
Caution
• Do not boil or sterilize. Product may be permanently damaged if boiled, sterilized or cleaned in a dishwasher at a temperature above 70°C.