Step by step instructions on how to replace the cartridge of your Respimat inhaler

Cartridge replacement is straightforward. The dose indicator will let you know when you need to do this.¹

Patient using Respimat inhaler

Cartridge Exchange

Reading the dose indicator¹

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The dose indicator shows the number of remaining doses.
Yellow means there are only 10 puffs left and you will need a new cartridge soon.
Red tells you when the cartridge is used up and needs replacing.

Steps for cartridge replacement¹

1. Start by removing the clear base and cartridge

Turn the clear base to loosen it. Your inhaler is now in a locked position

Pull off the cartridge from the inhaler
2. Insert new cartridge

Insert the narrow end of the new cartridge into the inhaler

Place the inhaler on a firm surface and push down firmly until it clicks into place
3. Track cartridge

Mark the check-box on the inhaler's label to track the number of cartridges

Put the clear base back into place until it snaps back automatically

Steps for activation

Turn

Keep the cap closed

Turn the clear base in the direction of the arrows on the label until it clicks (half a turn)
Open

Open the cap until it snaps fully open
Press

Point the inhaler towards the ground

Press the dose release button

Close the cap Repeat the Turn – Open – Press until a cloud is visible, then repeat 3 more times

Your inhaler is now ready to use and will deliver 60 puffs (30 doses)

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1: Dalby RN, et al. Med Devices (Auckl). 2011;4:145-155.
2: Dalby R, et al. Int J Pharm. 2004;283(1-2):1-9.
3: Placebo RESPIMAT® Instructions for use. October 2018.
4: Anderson P. Int J Chron Obstruct Pulmon Dis. 2006;1(3): 251-259.
5: Ciciliani AM, et al. Int J Chron Obstruct Pulmon Dis. 2017;12:1565-1577.

You can use up to 6 cartridges with your RESPIMAT® inhaler¹

New cartridges are available in refill packs that contain up to three cartridges.

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