Inhale a deep breath and breathe out all the way. Tilt your head back slightly toward the ceiling. Press the top of the inhaler to spray one dose of medicine. Slowly breathe in all the air you can …

Watch this American Lung Association video to learn the correct way to use your metered dose (MDI) asthma inhaler with a spacer.

Feb 3, 2024 · You do not need to wait between puffs for other medicines. Put the caps back on the inhaler and spacer. After using your inhaler, rinse your mouth with water, gargle, and spit. …

Jun 23, 2023 · A spacer helps the medicine in your inhaler reach your lungs. Here’s a step-by-step guide to using an inhaler with a spacer, plus tips on how to keep your spacer clean.

May 25, 2023 · Spacers are plastic tubes that attach to the end of an inhaler. Learn about their benefits, how to use and clean them, and other tips.

A spacer is a holding chamber that attaches to an inhaler and helps to get more medicine into the lungs and less medicine in the mouth. Using a spacer with a mouthpiece takes practice but we …

Nov 10, 2025 · Care guide for How to Use A Metered-Dose Inhaler and a Spacer. Includes: possible causes, signs and symptoms, standard treatment options and means of care and …

Oct 8, 2025 · Learn how to use an inhaler with a spacer: clear steps, common mistakes to avoid, cleaning tips, and tidal breathing basics so more medicine reaches your lungs.

Follow these steps for using a metered-dose inhaler with a spacer. 1. Shake the inhaler for 5 seconds. Remove the cap. 2. Hold the inhaler upright with the mouthpiece at the bottom. Then …

Hold your spacer and inhaler together and shake well, at least four or five times. Place the spacer in your mouth, and close your lips firmly around the mouthpiece. Keep your body straight and …