How to Use a Dry Powder Asthma Inhaler
In the previous article, we briefly discussed dry powder asthma inhalers, called DPIs for short. Here, we give an overview on how to use them.
Because there are many brands and kinds of dry powder inhalers in the market, there might be specific instructions for using each one. To ensure effective asthma treatment, please consult a medical professional. However, you can still rely on general instructions for using a DPI.
A good run-down can be found at Health A to Z. Another good source is the CCHS site. Basically, the main difference in using dry powder and metered-dose inhalers (MDIs) lies in how you inhale — DPIs require you to breathe quickly, whereas MDIs require slow inhalation.
If you want more specific instructions, Asthma.ca provides how-tos (with visual guides) for Turbuhalers, Diskhalers, and Diskuses.
Those image guides not enough for you? Then you can view a video demonstration on how to use a DPI at the Mayo Clinic website.
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