How to Use an Ellipta Dry Powder Inhaler

Proper inhaler device technique is important when taking your medicine(s) and monitoring your breathing. Learn the correct way to use your Ellipta Dry Powder Inhaler.

Watch this video to learn how to use an Ellipta inhaler.

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How to use an Ellipta dry
 powder inhaler.

 

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Check the dose counter. 

 

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Do not use if the
 dose counter says zero.

 

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Zero means the inhaler is empty and
 needs to be replaced.

 

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Hold the inhaler upright and
 do not shake it.

 

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Pull the cover down until
 you hear a click.

 

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This loads a dose. 

 

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Prepare your body by sitting or standing
 up straight.

 

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Breathe out all the way
 away from the device.

 

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Never breathe into the device. 

 

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Tilt your head back slightly. 

 

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Put the curved mouthpiece in your
 mouth between your teeth

 

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and close your lips tightly
 around it.

 

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Do not block the air vents. 

 

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Breathe in deeply through
 your mouth.

 

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Remove the inhaler. 

 

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Hold your breath for up to
 5 seconds.

 

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Breathe out slowly away from
 the device.

 

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Close the cover by sliding the cover
 up and over the

 

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mouthpiece as far as
 it will go.

 

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Rinse your mouth out with water and
 spit it out.

 

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Store in a cool, dry place.
 

 

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If you have trouble using the inhaler correctly, 

 

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ask your pharmacist or doctor
 for help.

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