Understanding Your Inhaler
Proper Use Is Key to Managing Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
COPD is Manageable When Your Inhaler is Properly Used
If you have COPD, using your inhaler the right way can help you breathe easier and feel better each day. COPD is a long-term lung disease that makes it hard to move air in and out of your lungs.
Inhalers send medicine straight to your lungs. This medicine helps open your airways and reduce swelling so you can breathe more easily. But the inhaler only works well if you use it the right way.
How to Use This Page
Below, you will find short videos for many common inhalers. To get the most from your medicine:
- Find your inhaler on the list
- Click the instructional video link
- Follow the step-by-step directions
- Watch again anytime you need a refresher
Taking a few minutes to use your inhaler the right way can make a big difference in how you feel. If you have questions, your care team is here to help.
