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How to take Symbicort?

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I know this is a silly question but I've read the leaflet and even looked at the demo on here but I don't really get how to take it. And how do you know if you've taken it right?

I've not used a turbohaler before - have just been put on it!

Thanks Zippi xxx

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Hi zippi,

With the lid off and the inhaler upright, turn the base twice. It will click on one of these turns. It is then ready to breath in a dose. Also ensure you hold it by the base when breathing in a dose as then you will not be covering the airholes. It really is as simple, when I switched to it from a normal MDI inhaler I loved how simple it was. You can't normally feel any medication going in so the proof is in correct activation of it.

Jac

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