Inhaler Collection

Illustration depicting a Hooper Inhaler
5309451 Illustration depicting a Hooper Inhaler; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a Hooper Inhaler. An inhaler is a medical device used for delivering medication into the body via the lungs)

Advert for Sanitas flu fumigator 1897
Advertisement for Sanitas fumigator, for the treatment of influenza and other lung and throat infections. Date: 1897

Cohoba Inhaler (manatee bone)
834177 Cohoba Inhaler (manatee bone) by Taino Culture; height: 9 cm; Fundacion Garcia Arevalo, Dominican Republic; (add.info.: See also 834178.); Photo eDirk Bakker; Dominican, out of copyright

Advertisement for the Bronch-Inhaler to treat respiratory diseases (colour litho)
6030431 Advertisement for the Bronch-Inhaler to treat respiratory diseases (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Advert for Sanitas flu fumigator 1900
Advertisement for Sanitas fumigator, for the treatment of influenza and other lung and throat infections. Date: 1900

Advertisement - The new pocket Ammoniaphone
Advertisement for the new pocket Ammoniaphone (A perfect chemical inhaler) as recommended by Adelina Patti (1843-1919) the Italian-French 19th-century opera singer Date: circa 1890s

Nineteenth Century Appliances For The Sick Room. From The Household Physician, Published Circa 1890

Artwork of nasal spray being used in hay fever
Nasal spray for hay fever. Illustration of a nasal spray being used to deliver a corticosteroid drug into the nose to treat hay fever

inhaler, medical equipment, surgical instrument, history of medicine

19th century medical inventions, including early syringes, sphygmomanometer, Letheon ether inhaler, ceramic false teeth, endoscope, thermometers, stethoscopes

3 balls Spirometer F007 / 9925
3 balls Spirometer Breathing Exercise apparatus

3 balls Spirometer F007 / 9928
3 balls Spirometer Breathing Exercise apparatus

Baby using an inhaler F008 / 3019
MODEL RELEASED. Baby using an inhaler

Asthma inhaler and spacer

Asthma inhaler

Asthma inhaler use C018 / 1184
MODEL RELEASED. Asthma inhaler use. Woman using an inhaler to treat an asthma attack. During an asthma attack, the small airways (bronchioles) in the lungs constrict, making it difficult to breathe

Inhalation Apparatus
This version of a 19th century anaesthetic inhaler consists of a two-part vessel A and B containing a sponge soaked in sulfuric ether or chloroform

Electronic cigarette and charger C018 / 2884
Electronic cigarette with spare cartridge and refill liquid

Electronic cigarette C013 / 9858
Electronic cigarette. Close-up of a person holding an electronic cigarette. This device is designed as a healthier alternative to real cigarettes as it contains no tar

devised for the administration of ether anesthesia by Dr. William T. G. Morton, c. 1846. Wood engraving, 19th century
MORTON INHALER devised for the administration of ether anesthesia by Dr. William T.G. Morton, c. 1846. Wood engraving, 19th century

A chloroform inhaler. Illustration from On Chloroform and other Anaesthetics by John Snow, published at London in 1858
CHLOROFORM INHALER, 1858. A chloroform inhaler. Illustration from On Chloroform and other Anaesthetics by John Snow, published at London in 1858

Smees ether inhaler. Line engraving, English, 1847
ETHER INHALER, 1847. Smees ether inhaler. Line engraving, English, 1847

Production line packaging of drug inhalers
Model Released. Pharmaceutics production: operator monitoring the packaging of aerosol drug inhalers on a high-speed line

Testing an analgesic inhaler, 1955
Testing an analgesic inhaler. This inhaler (lower right) contained trichloroethylene, an analgesic commonly used by midwives assisting in childbirth

Artwork of asthmatic respiratory system on inhaler
Asthma. Artwork of part of the respiratory system, seen on an aerosol inhaler (blue), showing the effects of asthma. The bronchi, covered in bands of cartilage (pink)

Beclometasone crystals, SEM
Beclometasone crystals. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of crystals of the corticosteroid beclometasone dipropionate (previously beclomethasone dipropionate)

Chloroform Inhaler / 1885
Diagram of Junkers chloroform inhaler with an explanation of how it works

Ether / Anaesthetics / 1885
Using Dr. Ormsbys ether inhaler

Influenza / Inhaler / 1892
Advertisement for Clarkes " Fairy" combination lamp, an aid to the treatment of influenza and bronchitis

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"Inhaler: A Journey through the History of Medical Innovation" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of inhalers, a crucial medical equipment that has evolved over centuries. From an advert for Sanitas flu fumigator in 1897 to the Cohoba Inhaler made from manatee bone, these artifacts offer glimpses into our ancestors' quest for respiratory relief. Inhaling remedies was not limited to just flu treatment; as depicted in a colorful lithograph advertisement for Bronch-Inhaler, it was also used to combat various respiratory diseases. The year 1900 witnessed another advancement with the introduction of the pocket Ammoniaphone, revolutionizing portable inhalation therapy. But let's delve deeper into history. Nineteenth-century sick rooms were adorned with an array of innovative appliances. The Household Physician publication circa 1890 showcases these inventions ranging from early syringes to sphygmomanometers and even ceramic false teeth. Among them stands out the Letheon ether inhaler, which played a pivotal role in anesthesia administration during surgical procedures. Hay fever sufferers found solace through nasal sprays captured beautifully in artwork depicting their usage. These simple yet effective devices provided relief amidst nature's pollen assault. The evolution of medicine wouldn't be complete without mentioning other groundbreaking inventions like endoscopes, thermometers, and stethoscopes that shaped modern healthcare practices. Each instrument symbolizes humanity's relentless pursuit of understanding and treating ailments more effectively. One particular device worth highlighting is the three-ball Spirometer F007/9925 - an invaluable tool aiding diagnosis and monitoring lung function disorders since its inception. As we reflect on these historical milestones surrounding inhalers and related medical instruments, we appreciate how far we have come in improving patient care. From humble beginnings rooted in ancient civilizations to cutting-edge technologies available today – inhaling medication has become safer, more precise, and increasingly accessible worldwide.