mechanism by which actuator retracts; holds gasket in place
Spring
links dip tube and the stem and actuator
Housing
bring formulation from container to the valve
Dip tube
Actuator
Stem
Gasket
Housing
Spring
Dip tube
generally O/W emulsions resembling light creams; water miscible and non-greasy
Vaginal and rectal aerosols
emulsion dosage form containing dispersed gas bubbles. When dispensed, it has a fluffy, semisolid consistency
Foam
For patients who could not learn to coordinate release of the medication with inhalation
Extender devices or spacers
Step 1
(blank) the medicine
Shake
Insert the (blank) of the inhaler into the (blank)
mouthpiece, rubber-sealed end of the spacer
Breathe all of the air out of your (blank). Then put the spacer into your mouth between your (blank). Make a tight seal around the mouthpiece with your (blank)
lungs, teeth, lips
Press the metered-dose inhaler down (once) to release a spray of medicine. The medicine will be trapped in the spacer. Breathe (blank)
once, slowly and deeply
Hold your breath for (blank) and then breathe out slowly. If you cannot hold your breath, another method is to breathe in and out slowly for (blank)
5 to 10 seconds, 3 to 5 breaths
Hermetic, opaque, can maintain
Sterility
Apply topically without (blank) and blank
mechanical application and evenly
Rapid volatilization of propellant gives
 cooling effect Controlled particle size, physical form, and dosage (metered valves)