ADVAIR DISKUS ADVAIR - GlaxoSmithKline

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ
1. Open
To remove the snap-on mouthpiece cover,
hold between the thumb and forefinger,
squeeze gently and pull apart as shown.
Check inside and outside of the inhaler
including the mouthpiece for the presence of
loose objects. Your inhaler is now ready to
use.
2. Shake
Shake the inhaler well to ensure that any
loose objects are removed and that the
contents of the inhaler are evenly mixed.
3. Exhale
Hold the inhaler upright between your
fingers and thumb with your thumb on the
base, below the mouthpiece. Breathe out as
far as is comfortable. Once you have fully
exhaled, place the mouthpiece between your
teeth without biting, and close your lips
around it.
4. Inhale
Just after starting to breathe in through your
mouth, press down firmly on the top of the
inhaler while still breathing in steadily and
deeply.
Remove the inhaler from your mouth and
hold your breath for 10 seconds or as long
as is comfortable. Breathe out slowly.
Each time the inhaler is activated, the
number on the counter will count down by
one.
Each prescribed dose is usually given by a
minimum of 2 puffs. Before taking your
next puff, hold the inhaler upright and wait
30 seconds before repeating steps 2 through
4.
To keep out dust and lint, replace the
mouthpiece cover by firmly pushing and
snapping the cover into position in the
correct orientation. If it does not click into
place, turn the cover the other way round
and try again. Do not use excessive force.
5. Rinse
Rinse out your mouth and gargle with water
after each dose. Do not swallow the water.
To get the most from your treatment,
remember to take 2 puffs of ADVAIR ®
twice a day, every day as prescribed by
your doctor.
Important
Do not rush stage 4. It is important that you start to breathe in
as slowly as possible just before operating your inhaler.
Practice in front of a mirror for the first few times. If you see
"mist" coming from the top of your inhaler or the sides of your
mouth, you should start again from stage 2.
If your doctor has given you different instructions for using
your inhaler, please follow them carefully. Tell your doctor if
you have any difficulties.
You should get a replacement when
the counter shows the number 020.
The counter will stop at 000 when all
of the recommended puffs have been
used. Stop using the inhaler when
the counter reads 000.
Never try to alter the numbers on the
counter or detach the counter from
the metal can. The counter cannot be
reset and is permanently attached to
the can.
Children/Elderly
Some children may need help and an adult may need to operate
the inhaler for them. Encourage the child to breathe out and
operate the inhaler just after the child starts to breathe in.
Practice the technique together. Children or people with weak
hands should hold the inhaler with both hands. Put the two
forefingers on top of the inhaler and both thumbs on the base
below the mouthpiece.
Cleaning
To prevent your inhaler blocking up, it is important to clean it
at least once a week, following the instructions below. If your
inhaler does block up, the same cleaning instructions should be
followed. If you notice a build up of medicine around the
mouthpiece, do not attempt to unblock it with a sharp object,
such as a pin.
To clean your inhaler:
1. Remove the mouthpiece cover.
2. Do not remove the canister from the plastic casing.
3. Wipe the inside and outside of the mouthpiece and the
plastic casing with a dry cloth, tissue or cotton swab. Do not
put the metal canister into water.
4. Replace the mouthpiece cover.
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