How to Use a RespiClick Dry Powder Inhaler

Proper inhaler device technique is important when taking your medicine(s) and monitoring your breathing.Learn the correct way to use your RespiClick Dry Powder Inhaler.

Watch this video to learn how to use a RespiClick Inhaler.

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How to use a respiclick dry
 powder inhaler.

 

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Check the dose counter to see if
 medicine is available.

 

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Do not use if the dose counter says
 zero.

 

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Zero means the inhaler is empty
 and needs to be replaced.

 

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Hold the respiclick upright
 and open the cap fully

 

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until you feel and
 hear a click.

 

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Only open the cap when you are ready
 to use the inhaler.

 

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Prepare your body by sitting or standing
 up straight.

 

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Breathe out all the way
 away from the inhaler.

 

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Never breathe into the device. 

 

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Tilt your head back slightly. 

 

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Put the mouthpiece into your mouth
 between your teeth.

 

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Close your lips tightly around the
 mouthpiece without covering

 

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the air vent on the top. 

 

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Breath in quickly and deeply through
 your mouth.

 

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Remove the inhaler from your mouth
 and hold your breath for

 

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up to 10 seconds. 

 

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Breathe out slowly away from
 the device.

 

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Close the cap after each
 dose.

 

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Rinse your mouth with water
 and spit it out.

 

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Store in a cool, dry place. 

 

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If you have trouble using the
 inhaler correctly,

 

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ask your pharmacist or doctor
 for help.

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