How to use Inhaler Devices

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Types of Inhalers

There are a variety of different types on inhalers. Some popular inhalers are listed below. Click on a particular inhaler for more information and to view an instructional video for its use.

Metered Dose Inhalers	Dry Powder Inhalers	Spacer Devices
Metered Dose Inhaler pMDI	Accuhaler	Large Volume Spacer (volumatic) single breath
Easibreathe Breath Actuated Inhaler	Turbuhaler	Large Volume Spacer (volumatic) multiple breath
Respimat Inhaler	Handihaler	Aerochamber Spacer Device

The aims of treatment

Alleviate symptoms
Prevent exacerbations
Preserve the best lung function possible
Improve quality of life by enabling the patient to take part in normal daily activities

There are a number of type of drug used in the management of COPD, including:

Short acting beta-2 agonist (SABA)
Short acting muscarinic antagonist (SAMA)
Long acting beta-2 agonist (LABA)
Long acting muscarinic antagonist (LAMA)
Long acting betbeta-2 agonist combined with inhaled corticosteroid (LABA plus ICS)
Mucolytic agents
Oral corticosteroid

The ideal inhaler has

Ease of use
Reliable delivery
Dose check
Reassurance of does delivery
Range of therapies
Colour coding
Robustness
Easy to store

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