How is a dry powder inhaler typically administered?

A dry powder inhaler (DPI) is designed for the patient to inhale the medication directly into their lungs. The correct method of administration requires a forceful inhalation. This forceful inhalation creates the necessary airflow to disperse the powdered medication, allowing it to be effectively inhaled into the respiratory system.

When the inhaler is activated, the powder is released, and a strong inhalation helps pull the medication into the lungs where it can exert its therapeutic effects. A gentle inhalation could lead to inadequate dose delivery since it may not create enough airflow to disperse the drug properly. Exhaling into the inhaler and using a nebulizer attachment are not appropriate techniques for administering DPIs, as it can lead to contamination or ineffective delivery of medication.