Department of General Medicine

Using an Accuhaler

  • How to use an Accuhaler
    Click on this button (at bottom right of video frame) to view full screen  expand button
    Press the esc key to return to this page and then read the text below the video.

    • If your child needs more than one dose of medicine - push the lever down to load a second dose.
      ..
    • If your child is taking a preventer medicine, it is best if they clean their teeth or have a drink after using the medicine so that none stays in their mouth.
      .
    • Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you have any questions about these instructions.
      .
    • If your child has to have regular medication every day - it can be helpful to keep it with their tootbrush.
      .

      sink-accuhaler

    Watch more videos 

    Index page of Videos 

    puffer spacer

    Using a puffer and spacer

    puffer-spacer-mask

    Using a puffer and spacer with a mask

    turbuhaler

    Using a Turbuhaler

    accuhaler

    Using an Accuhaler

    nasal spray

    Using a nasal spray

    washing spacer

    Caring for your spacer