Compact Space Chamber Plus Inhaler Spacer Device

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Clean the spacer chamber every other day. If you aren’t using it often, you may need to clean it only once a week. Let it air dry, and store it in a clean, dry place when you're not using it. Take a slow, deep breath, holding for 5-10 seconds, or slowly and steadily inhale and exhale 4-5 times. Anti-static Space Chamber Plus* traps and holds medication in suspension for longer so patients have more time to breathe in.

National Jewish Medical and Research Center: "Inhaled Medication with a Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI)." Levy ML et al. Asthma patients’ inability to use a pressurized metered-dose inhaler (pMDI) correctly correlates with poor asthma control as defined by the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) strategy: a retrospective analysis. Prim Care Respir J. 2013; Dec;22(4):406-11 Compact version easily fits into school bags, handbags or briefcases to allow easier storage and handlingIf your child has used an inhaler that contains steroids, make sure they rinse their mouth out with water to help prevent side effects. Valved holding chambers and spacers are very similar devices; both are plastic tubes that attach to your metered-dose inhaler and are recommended for adults and children.

Formerly called metered dose inhalers (MDIs), HFAs give the drug through a small, handheld aerosol canister. They work like a spray can. You push the inhaler, it sprays out the medicine, and you breathe it in. A tube-like gadget called a spacer can help kids or people with trouble breathing use an HFA more easily. For in-depth information, see WebMD's article on Asthma, Steroids, and Other Anti-Inflammatory Drugs . Many inhalers contain steroids, like prednisone, to treat inflammation. Others have a type of drug called a bronchodilator to open up your airways. Some have both – this is known as a combination inhaler.

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Long-acting anticholinergics such as tiotropium bromide (Respimat, Spiriva ), for anyone age 6 or older. This medicine can be used along with your regular maintenance medication. Trelegy Ellipta combination inhalers include both an anticholinergic and a long-acting beta agonist as well as a corticosteroid.