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Does Anyone On Here Use The Symbicort Inhaler

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Richmond, VA

Do anyone find the symbicort inhaler a good inhaler

February 28, 2023
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1. Wash Your Hands with Soap n Water for 30sec n dry with Clean Paper Towel.
How to use an INHALER
Each inhaler manufacturer has specific instructions for using their inhaler; the following are general instructions.
When using an Inhaler FOR THE FIRST TIME prime the inhaler first:
●Shake the MDI for five seconds.
●Press down the canister with the index finger to release the medication. Hold the inhaler away from your face to prevent medication from getting into your eyes.
●Wait a few seconds, shake the inhaler, and press the canister down again.
●Repeat the last step two more times (for a total of four times).
After an inhaler is used for the first time, it does not need to be primed again unless you do not use it for two weeks or more.
Getting the most out of your inhaler.
The following tips can help to get the most out of a Inhaler.
●1) Remember to take the cap off the mouthpiece
●2) Be sure there is medication in the canister Determining when an Inhaler is empty
●3) Shake the MDI vigorously for five seconds before each puff
●4) Inhale through the mouth when breathing in the medication, not the nose
●5) Seal your lips around the mouthpiece. Keep your tongue under the mouthpiece so that it does not block the opening of the mouthpiece
●6) Take a slow, deep breath at the same time you press down on the medication canister
●7) Hold your breath for as long as comfortable (5 to 10 seconds) and then exhale
●8) Wait 20 to 60 seconds before taking another puff of medicine, if directed (repeat steps 3 to 7).
LAST: Before you do Anything or TOUCH Anything,
2. Wash Your Hands with Soap n Water for 30sec n dry with Clean Paper Towel.
Cleaning inhalers must be cleaned on a regular basis to prevent medication build up and blockages. Most manufacturers recommend cleaning the mouthpiece at least once per week; be sure to read the instructions that come with your inhaler carefully. In general, cleaning the Inhaler involves the following steps:
●Remove the medication canister and cap from the mouthpiece. Do not wash the canister or immerse it in water.
●Run warm tap water through the top and bottom of the plastic mouthpiece for 30 to 60 seconds. Use a soft cloth to remove any crusting of medication around the pinhole in the plastic mouthpiece.
●Shake off excess water and allow the mouthpiece to dry completely (overnight is recommended).
●If you need the inhaler before the mouthpiece is dry, shake off excess water, replace canister, and test spray two times (away from the face).

Let me know, how this works.

Cindy

March 15, 2023
A myPHteam Member

As a Nurse, when using an inhaler, you need to rinse your mouth out, to prevent thrush, this is the same thing that you get from breast feeding, when you don't clean properly after feeding. The best thing to do, take your inhaler, as directed, then brush your teeth. This should solve the issue.

March 15, 2023
A myPHteam Member

Cindy2021
Good afternoon Cindy,
I don’t want you to think I am nosy but couldn’t help but wonder if you were talking about allergies over the counter medicine.❤️. You mentioned to get the original and not the generic……….I am ready to try something different. If you have time and energy, I would be so grateful to learn more.❤️🙏. I hope your day has been blessed and happy❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️. My love and hugs❤️❤️❤️. Would you please be on my team❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

March 3, 2023
A myPHteam Member

When I use my albuteral inhaler, I get a scabby rash in my ears and a lot of cold sores after I use it I don't notice any difference with my breathing, so I just don't use it anymore. My Dr. Doesn't seem to think that's not whats causing the problems. When I don't use it I'm fine, sore wise. Anyone else or isn't just me?

March 13, 2023
A myPHteam Member

I can use my Albuteral uptbto 4 times a day ❤️

March 12, 2023

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