How to Use a Respimat Softmist Inhaler 

 

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

FULL TRANSCRIPT (with timecode)

 

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How to use a respimat
 soft mist inhaler.

 

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Check the dose counter. 

 

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Do not use if the dose counter says zero.
 

 

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

 

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Put new inhaler together. Push
 clear safety latch

 

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and take off clear base. 

 

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Push metal cartridge into device by pushing
 it down onto a flat,

 

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hard surface. 

 

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Write down start date on side of inhaler. 

 

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Put clear base back on
 inhaler.

 

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Prime inhaler by turning the clear
 base to the right,

 

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opening the cap and pressing
 the button.

 

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Do this three times or until you
 see a mist come out

 

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of the mouthpiece. 

 

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You do not need to
 prime this inhaler again.

 

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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 vents. 

 

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Start taking a deep and steady breath
 in as you push

 

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the button. 

 

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Remove the inhaler from
 your mouth, and hold your

 

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breath for up to 10 seconds. 

 

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Breathe out slowly. 

 

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Close cap. 

 

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Repeat steps turn, open, press,i
 f you need to take another puf.

 

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Rinse your mouth with
 water and spit it out.

 

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Close inhaler cover and store in
 a cool, dry place.

 

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If you have trouble using the inhaler
 correctly, ask your

 

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pharmacist or doctor for help. 

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