AeroChamber

Cleaning your AeroChamber regularly helps maintain its performance and prevents medicine residue from building up. Follow the cleaning instructions supplied with your specific model, as these can vary.

Many AeroChamber models can be taken apart and soaked in warm water with mild washing-up liquid before being left to air-dry completely. Avoid rubbing the inside with a cloth, as this can create static. Do not boil or sterilise the device unless the manufacturer specifically instructs you to do so.

An adult may need an AeroChamber when using a pressurised metered-dose inhaler to treat conditions such as asthma or COPD. The spacer holds the released medicine briefly, making it easier to breathe the medication into the lungs without having to coordinate pressing the inhaler and breathing in perfectly.

This can improve inhaler technique and help reduce medicine depositing in the mouth and throat. An AeroChamber may be particularly helpful for adults who struggle with inhaler coordination or have difficulty using their inhaler correctly.

You should inspect your AeroChamber regularly for cracks, damage, worn valves or parts that no longer fit securely. Many AeroChamber spacer devices should be replaced approximately every 12 months, although the recommended replacement interval depends on the model and manufacturer’s guidance.

Replace the device sooner if it becomes damaged or stops working correctly. Regular cleaning and proper storage can help maintain its condition. If you are unsure whether your spacer needs replacing, ask your pharmacist, GP or asthma nurse for advice.

The number of breaths depends on your inhaler technique and the AeroChamber model. If using the single-breath technique, breathe in slowly and deeply after releasing one puff, then hold your breath for up to 10 seconds if comfortable.

If using the tidal-breathing technique, take around five slow, normal breaths through the chamber after releasing one puff, unless your device instructions advise otherwise.

Use only the number of puffs prescribed for you, and follow the instructions provided with your inhaler and spacer.

Yes, children can use an AeroChamber with an appropriately sized mouthpiece or face mask. A spacer can help children receive their inhaled medication more effectively, particularly if they find it difficult to coordinate pressing an inhaler with breathing in.

Babies and younger children will generally need a suitable mask, while older children may be able to use a mouthpiece. Parents and carers should follow the prescribed dose and the device’s instructions, and ask a pharmacist, GP or asthma nurse to demonstrate the correct technique.