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Asthma

Puffer cleaning guide — after every use

  1. Remove the metal canister from the puffer. Do not wash the canister.
  2. Wash the plastic casing.
  3. Rinse the mouthpiece through the top and bottom under running water for at least 30 seconds. Wash mouthpiece cover.
  4. Air dry then reassemble.
  5. Test the puffer to make sure no water remains in it, then return to the asthma emergency kit.
Guidance chapter containing instructions for cleaning an asthma puffer

Reviewed 09 June 2020

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