AeroChamber

In order to use an AeroChamber, remove the caps from your inhaler and spacer, check that they are clean, shake the inhaler and insert it into the back of the chamber. Breathe out gently, place the mouthpiece between your lips and press the inhaler once as you begin to breathe in slowly. Hold your breath for up to 10 seconds if comfortable, then breathe out.

Alternatively, take several slow, normal breaths through the chamber. Follow your inhaler’s instructions and ask your pharmacist or asthma nurse to check your technique.

Cleaning your AeroChamber regularly helps maintain its performance and prevents medicine residue from building up. Follow the cleaning instructions supplied with your specific model, as these can vary.

Many AeroChamber models can be taken apart and soaked in warm water with mild washing-up liquid before being left to air-dry completely. Avoid rubbing the inside with a cloth, as this can create static. Do not boil or sterilise the device unless the manufacturer specifically instructs you to do so.

An adult may need an AeroChamber when using a pressurised metered-dose inhaler to treat conditions such as asthma or COPD. The spacer holds the released medicine briefly, making it easier to breathe the medication into the lungs without having to coordinate pressing the inhaler and breathing in perfectly.

This can improve inhaler technique and help reduce medicine depositing in the mouth and throat. An AeroChamber may be particularly helpful for adults who struggle with inhaler coordination or have difficulty using their inhaler correctly.