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Respimat Inhaler

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Respimat Inhaler - Side Effects, Precautions, and Contraindications

What side effects can Respimat Inhaler cause?

Before taking Respimat Inhaler , what precautions must I follow?

What food or medicine must I avoid when I take Respimat Inhaler ?

Respimat Inhaler - Dosage and How to Use

How should Respimat Inhaler be used?

Do not stop taking your medication without checking with your healthcare professional.
Loading before first use:

Steps	Description
1	Remove the clear base by pressing the safety catch button and pulling off the base with the other hand. Be careful not to touch the piercing element.
2	Insert the narrow end of your medication cartridge into the inhaler.
3	Place the inhaler on a flat surface and push down firmly until it clicks into place.
4	Replace the clear base by aligning the notch with the safety catch button and slide together until it clicks.
5	Turn the clear base in the direction of the arrows on the label until it clicks (half a turn).
6	Push on the small, circular opening tab until the cap snaps open fully.
7	Point the inhaler toward the ground and press the dose-release button. Look for a mist.
8	If you do not see a mist, repeat steps 6 to 8 until you see a mist.
9	Repeat steps 6 to 8 until a total of 4 consecutive mists is seen.
10	Your inhaler is now ready to be used.

Steps	Description
1	With the cap closed, turn the clear base in the direction of the arrows until it clicks (half a turn).
2	Push on the small, circular opening tab until the cap snaps open fully.
3	Breathe out slowly and fully.
4	Close your lips around the mouthpiece without covering the air vents.
5	Point the inhaler to the back of your throat. While taking a slow, deep breath through your mouth, press the dark grey dose-release button and continue to breathe in.
6	Hold your breath for 10 seconds or for as long as comfortable.
7	Repeat steps 1 to 6 if you require another dose.
8	If you have not used the Respimat inhaler for more than 7 days, release one puff towards the ground before using the inhaler.
9	If you have not used the Respimat inhaler for more than 21 days, repeat the loading steps before use.
10	To clean the inhaler, wipe the mouthpiece inside and out with a damp cloth at least once a week. Do not remove the cartridge.

If you are using a reusable Respimat inhaler, your medication cartridge is used up when the dose indicator shows a white arrow with a red background.
To replace the medication cartridge

Steps	Description
1	Turn and remove the clear base.
2	Pull and turn the cartridge from the inhaler.
3	Insert a new cartridge until it clicks. The new cartridge will stick out more than the very first cartridge. Continue with steps 4 to 10 from “Loading before first use”.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Then take your next dose at the usual time. Do not take two doses to make up for the missed dose.

What should I do if I overdose?

Respimat Inhaler - Additional Information

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