Metered Dose Inhaler — Step-by-step instructions for patients

Source: patient information leaflet. Instructions may vary depending on the brand prescribed. Always follow your healthcare provider's advice.

Instructions — 10 steps

1 Remove the cover

Remove the mouthpiece cover

2 Shake

Shake the inhaler 4-5 times

3 Breathe out

Breathe out as far as comfortable

4 Inhaler in mouth

Place the mouthpiece in your mouth

5 Start breathing in

Start breathing in through the mouth

6 Press inhaler

Press firmly on the top of the canister

7 Breathe in deeply

Keep breathing in steadily and deeply

8 Hold breath

Hold your breath for 10 seconds

9 Breathe out gently

Breathe out slowly

10 Replace the cover

Always replace the mouthpiece cover