How to Use a Respimat [Video]

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The Respimat is a device which releases medication as a slow-moving mist.

Before you use the Respimat for the very first time, you will need to prepare and prime it. To prime the Respimat, hold the cap in one hand and press the safety release. With the other hand, pull off the clear base. Now, write the discard date on the inhaler; this is 3 months from the date you prepared the device. Push the narrow part of the cartridge into the inhaler. The base of the cartridge will not sit flush with the inhaler. Put the clear plastic base back onto the inhaler.

Now, hold the Respimat inhaler upright, with the cap at the top and closed. Turn the clear base in the direction of the white arrows for a half turn until it clicks. Open the cap, point the inhaler toward the ground, and release. Press the dose release button, …