Clinical Procedures- Accuhaler Dry powder device, superseding the Diskhaler and Rotahaler. Has a dose counter. The several-step priming mechanism may be difficult for some to manage How to use • Hold the outer casing in one hand whilst pushing the thumb grip away, exposing the mouthpiece, until you hear a click . With the mouthpiece towards you, slide the lever away from you until it clicks. The device is now primed • Sit upright, breathe out completely and insert mouthpiece, sealing with lips • Inhale quickly and deeply • (In contrast to breath-actuated devices) • Remove inhaler and hold your breath for 10 seconds or as long as is comfortable • To close, pull the thumb grip towards you, hiding the mouthpiece in the cover, until you hear a click • Recover before taking the next dose. Procedure Tips • The Accuhaler must be closed and re-primed between successive doses. • The dose counter indicates how many doses are left.
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