Why is an inhaler always together with an AEROCHAMBER PLUS* FLOW-VU* spacer?
Use of a spacer is a simple and effective way to help improve the use of your inhaler. Spacers help to ensure that your medicine reaches your lungs where it’s needed and limits the amount that ends up in the back of the throat1.
People who use a valved holding chamber (VHC) such as AEROCHAMBER PLUS* FLOW-VU* chamber, with their inhaler have better control of their respiratory symptoms.2
To improve drug delivery, respiratory guidelines recommend the use of chambers when using metered dose inhalers or puffers in people of all ages.3,4
Features
FLOW-VU* Inspiratory Indicator
The FLOW-VU* indicator only moves if you have a good mouthpiece seal
FLOW-VU SIGNAL* Whistle
A high flow alert whistle sounds if you are inhaling too quickly, coaching you to slow down inhalation. Only available for Adult Sizes
1. McIvor RA et al. Optimizing the delivery of inhaled medication for respiratory patients: the role of valved holding chambers. Canadian Respiratory Journal 2018.
2. Levy ML et al. Asthma patients’ inability to use a pressurized metered-dose inhaler (pMDI) correctly correlates with poor asthma control as defined by the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) strategy: a retrospective analysis. Prim Care Respir J. 2013; Dec;22(4):406-11
3. Canadian Thoracic Society – 2010 Consensus Summary for children six years of age and over, and adults.
4. Global Initiative for Asthma 2020.