NEXThaler Technique Hold the NEXThaler in the upright position and open the mouthpiece cover fully. Breathe out as far as is comfortable for you and away from the NEXThaler. Seal your lips around the mouthpiece. Do not cover the air vents. Breathe in as strongly and deeply as you can. Remove the NEXThaler from your mouth and hold your breath …
Read moreInhaler technique – Metered dose inhalers with Aerochamber spacer
14th October 2021Metered dose inhaler with aerochamber spacer Remove the cap from your inhaler. Shake your inhaler and insert the mouthpiece into the hole at the end of the aerochamber spacer. Breathe out gently as far as is comfortable and not into the spacer. Put the mouthpiece in your mouth and close your lips around it. Ensure your teeth and tongue are …
Read moreInhaler technique – Genuair
14th October 2021Genuair technique Remove the mouthpiece cover by lightly squeezing the arrows marked on each side of the mouthpiece cover. Hold the Genuair with the mouthpiece towards you and the coloured button facing up. Press the coloured button all the way down and release it. The coloured window will turn green so it is ready for us. Breathe out gently as …
Read moreInhaler technique – Easyhaler
14th October 20213 simple steps: SHAKE. CLICK. BREATHE. Easyhaler technique Hold the Easyhaler in one hand and remove the mouthpiece cover with the other hand. Shake the device 3 to 5 times. Hold the device upright, with your thumb on the base and forefinger on the top of the inhaler. Press the coloured button down once using your forefinger; you should hear …
Read moreInhaler technique – Breezhaler
14th October 2021Breezhaler Pull off the mouthpiece cover. Hold the base firmly and tilt the mouthpiece backwards to open the capsule chamber. Remove one capsule from the blister by peeling the backing away. The capsule contains medication in a dry powder. Do not swallow the capsule. Place the capsule in the capsule chamber. Close the mouthpiece until you hear a click. Hold …
Read moreInhaler technique – Accuhaler
14th October 2021Accuhaler Technique Hold the outer casing of the Accuhaler in one hand whilst sliding the thumb grip away until you hear a click. Hold the Accuhaler with the mouthpiece towards you, push the lever down until it clicks. It is now ready for use. Breathe out gently as far as comfortable and away from the Accuhaler. Put the mouthpiece in …
Read moreBronchiectasis
12th October 2020What is bronchiectasis?Bronchiectasis Bronchiectasis is a condition where the airway (bronchi) in the lungs become widened and damaged. In healthy lungs a small amount of mucus is secreted into the bronchi. This acts as a protective lining, trapping dust and bacteria that have been breathed in. To prevent a build-up of this mucus, the bronchi are lined with microscopic hairs, …
Read moreLong term azithromycin for adults with respiratory conditions
11th August 2020Why have I been prescribed Azithromycin? You have been prescribed Azithromycin to try to prevent your lung condition getting worse if you have an infection. What is Azithromycin and how does it work? Azithromycin is a type of macrolide antibiotic. It works in two ways: As an antibiotic, it kills bacteria that can cause chest infections. As an anti-inflammatory to …
Read moreNebulised Tobramycin, Tobi therapy for non cystic bronchiectasis
5th December 2019SummaryYour doctor has prescribed an antibiotic in a nebulised form to treat pseudomonas. This leaflet gives you information about the treatment and how to administer it. If you need any further assistance you can contact the Respiratory Nurse Specialist in Bronchiectasis on the number at the end of this leaflet. What is pseudomonas? Pseudomonas is a bacteria that can cause …
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