Correct Use of Pulmicort Turbuhaler

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Remove cap.
Inspect mouth piece for foreign objects.
Twist the grip fully to the right, then fully to the left while holding upright.
You will hear a click.
Breathe out slowly.
Close mouth tightly around mouthpiece.
Breathe in rapidly and deeply.
Hold your breath for 10 seconds to allow the medication to reach deeply into your lungs.*
If repeat inhalation needed, repeat from Step 3.

* Recommended by Riley, but not required by manufacturer.

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