How to Use With a Mouthpiece
Follow these simple instructions or download our full instructions below.
RESPICHAMBER* Chamber
For use with your metered dose inhaler
Asthma Management
COPD
Use of a spacer is a simple and effective way to help improve the use of your inhaler. Valved Holding Chamber (spacers) 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.
- Static resistant for consistent medication delivery
- Optional attachable facemasks are available making the chamber ideal for people of all ages
- Small Masks (0-18 months)
- Medium Mask (1-5 years)
- Large Mask (5+ years)
- Universal Backpiece can be used with all commonly prescribed metered dose inhalers
1. McIvor RA et al. Optimizing the delivery of inhaled medication for respiratory patients: the role of valved holding chambers. Canadian Respiratory Journal 2018.
Currently this is not available for purchase through this website.
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Step 1
Remove the cap from the inhaler. Shake the inhaler immediately before use as per the instructions supplied with it.
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Step 2
Insert the inhaler into the backpiece of the chamber. Put mouthpiece into mouth and close your lips around it to ensure an effective seal.
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Step 3
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.
How to Use With a Mask
Follow these simple instructions or download our full instructions below.
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Step 1
Remove the cap from the inhaler. Shake the inhaler immediately before use as per the instructions supplied with it.
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Step 2
Slide the mask onto the chamber. Insert the inhaler into the backpiece of the chamber. Apply mask to face and ensure an effective seal.
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Step 3
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.
How to Clean
Follow these simple instructions or download our full instructions below.
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Step 1
Remove the backpiece and the mask (if applicable).
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Step 2
Soak the parts for 15 minutes in a mild solution of liquid dish detergent and lukewarm clean water. Agitate gently. Rinse parts in clean water.
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Step 3
Shake out excess water and allow to air dry in a vertical position. Ensure parts are dry before reassembly.
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Step 4
To reassemble, press firmly to attach the backpiece. Apply mask if applicable.