Is it OK to Share Spacers With Different Family Members?
The best recommendation here is to not share spacer devices among different people. The spacer device should remain with the patient it was prescribed for. Do not share them with others. If your children need an MDI inhaler and a spacer device is not immediately available, use the MDI as directed without a spacer. Clean the spacer device once a week. If you need a new spacer device, you should talk to your healthcare provider who can prescribe a new one.
Learn more about how to use a spacer/holding chamber.
John M. James, MD, is a board-certified allergist. He is also President of Food Allergy Consulting and Education Services, LLC. He has worked as a medical specialist in the field of allergy, asthma, and immunology for over 30 years. Dr. James received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Arkansas and his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Tennessee. He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology.
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