Aerolizer (i.e. Foradil) Metered Dose Inhaler
Instructions for using the Aerolizer (i.e. Foradil) type of Metered Dose Inhaler:
- Open the foil pouch containing a blister card of Foradil capsules , do not remove Foradil capsule until ready to use.
- Pull off Aerolizer cover
- Hold the base of Aerolizer firmly and twist the mouthpiece in the direction of the arrow. Push the bottons in on each side to make sure you see 4 pins , these pins will make holes in to the capsule in order for powder to escape
- Separate one foil FORADIL Capsule blister by tearing at pre cut lines, peel the paper backing that covers the capsule.
- Place capsule in Aerolizer chamber, do not place capsule directly into mouthpiece .
- Twist the mouthpiece back into close position.
- Hold mouthpiece of Aerolizer upright and press side bottom at the same time ONLY PRESS ONCE.
- After puncturing capsule you are ready to use Aerolizer.
- Breathe out fully and do not exhale into Aerolizer.
- Tilt your head back SLIGHTLY, place Aerolizer in mouth, close your lips around mouthpiece.
- Breathe in quickly and deeply. This will cause Foradil capsule to spin in chamber. This will deliver dose into your lungs.
- Remove Aerolizer from your mouth and hold your breath for 10 seconds then exhale slowly.
- Open Aerolizer to see if any powder still in capsule , if any power remains the repeat steps above.
- After using Aerolizer discard the empty capsule, DO NOT leave capsule in the chamber
- Close mouthpiece and replace cover.
