A ciphaler is a generic inhaler, similar to an accuhaler. It is a dry powder inhaler, with a counter to show how many doses are left.   

You need to be able to breathe in quick and deep to use a ciphaler, so it’s not suitable for young children.   

HOW TO USE A CIPHALER 

1. Open cover using thumb grip 
2. Load dose: keep device horizontal while sliding lever until it clicks (do not shake) 
3. Breathe out slowly and gently, away from inhaler until your lungs feel empty 
4. Put mouthpiece between teeth without biting and close lips to form a good seal; keep inhaler horizontal 
5. Breathe in quickly and deeply 
6. Hold breath for about 5 – 10 seconds or as long as comfortable 
7. While holding breath, remove inhaler from mouth 
8. Breathe out gently, away from inhaler 
9. If more than one dose is prescribed, repeat all steps starting from step 2 
10. Close cover to click shut 

HOW TO LOOK AFTER A CIPHALER 

• Avoid breathing into the ciphaler 
• Keep it closed when not in use 
• Never wash the device – always keep it clean and dry 
• Wipe the mouthpiece with a clean, dry tissue or lint-free cloth 
• Do not shake 

HOW CAN I TELL WHEN THE CIPHALER IS EMPTY? 

There are 60 doses of the medicine in a ciphaler. A dose counter on the side of the ciphaler will show you how many doses remain.