NVO — Spacer, Direct Patient Interface Class II
Classification Details
- Product Code
- NVO
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation Number
- 868.5630
- Submission Type
- Review Panel
- AN
- Medical Specialty
- Anesthesiology
- Implant
- No
Definition
Spacers are devices that are used with nebulizers and metered dose inhalers that are comprised of a reservior into which an aerosol medication is dispensed. A spacer uses an open mouthpiece. Spacers are intended to minimize delivery of large aerosolized particles.