A metered-dose inhaler (MDI) is a hand-held device that releases a mist of medicine. Metered dose inhalers contain a gas that helps the medicine get into your child’s lungs. Inhalers help send the medicine directly to your child’s lungs as he takes a deep breath.
A device called a spacer can be used with the inhaler. Spacers help when it is hard to press the inhaler at the same time that your child breathes in the medicine. The spacer holds medicine in the bag or tube and:
Some spacers are made for just one type of inhaler. Talk to your healthcare provider about this. Spacers can be used with or without a mask.
The mouthpiece should be washed daily with warm water and dried. (Do not put it in the dishwasher.) The manufacturer does not recommend washing the reservoir bag. The bag should be replaced when it wears out, or once every month.