Asthma Treatment Inhalers
Correct inhaler technique is essential to ensure that you receive the optimum amount of medication to achieve good asthma control. Please ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure of the technique. The videos below will guide you on the different types of inhalers and how to use them.
What is pMDI and Spacer
- A spacer is an additional tube-like reservoir placed between the mouthpiece of the pMDI and the mouth of the patient
- Spacers help to coordinate breathing and pressing the pMDI.
- Using a spacer with pMDI means more medication delivered into the lungs and less ending up in the mouth or throat.