Inhaler device technique: Reusable Respimat®

[@theverseshed]

I've been prescribed this inhaler. It's exactly same model as in video. (I've seen other counter designs in other, older videos) This 'machine' is NOT user-friendly for anyone with arthritis in their hands, especially thumbs, or anyone with less than good dexterity issues. Incredibly over-engineered, despite medical 'reps' always saying the intention is to design inhalers that are easier to use!! They must live in a different universe. Over the years I've used a variety of inhalers from the Rotahaler (asthma) to the standard Trimbow which works just like the usual Ventolin/Fostair. (The latter with and without an aero-chamber.) Also, when using the Respimat, there is no sensation of anything entering your mouth, so you're never sure you've used it correctly. That can easily cause new users to over-use it because you're not sure everything has worked. The instruction sheet is as big as a blanket, so you need a table or bed to open it out. If you're using a repeat prescription, it's best to re-order when the counter gets down to 10. On a scale of 0 to 10, I'd have to rate this as a 1 or 2, purely on the basis of complexity, and unsuitability for a variety of reasons as listed above.

[@MsMicky68]

I also find this inhaler almost impossible to use becausein arthritis in fingers it’s so hard to press down😕

[@Roshansharma12384]

🎉🎉😢good

[@louisehebert8690]

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