PrimeAire Additional Product Information

Unique Dual -Valve

Single piece valve has dual functions:

One-way inhalation valve:

• Lower flap opens when patient inhales to provide a direct path for aerosolized drug to flow from chamber into the mouthpiece
• Closes against valve seat when patient exhales to re-direct exhaled breath

One-way exhalation valve:

• Upper flap opens when patient exhales allowing exhaled breath to flow out
• Closes when patient inhales

Visible Valve

• Clear mouthpiece and colored valve
• Low resistance of valve allows patient to breathe normally through the PrimeAire
• Unnecessary to remove device from mouth to exhale

Standard 22mm outer diameter (OD) Mouthpiece

• The standard 22mm OD taper mouthpiece on the PrimeAire accommodates a variety of face mask sizes

Use and Performance with Most MDIs

Dose Output Comparison to other MDI Holding Chambers

• The pliable opening for the MDI actuator accommodates a variety of shapes
• The PrimeAire enables the MDI drug particle sizes to remain concentrated toward the “respirable” 1-5
  micron range
• MDI opening holds actuator firmly in an upright position

Chamber Design

• Mouthpiece and MDI adapter parts are removable for easy cleaning
• Uniquely designed end keeps chamber from rolling
• Volume of PrimeAire is approximately 175 mL
• Chamber and mouthpiece are high impact durable plastic
• Audible coaching whistle

Cleaning Information

• Wash in warm soapy water

Instructions for Use

• Instructions for Use include illustrations to reinforce proper use of the device