Nitrous Oxide Medical (BOC) TM
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Active ingredients: nitrous oxide
Brand name
(ARTG)
: BOC GASES NITROUS OXIDE 99.0%v/v MEDICAL E.P. GRADE Gas MedicinalDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
INDICATIONS AS AT 2 NOVEMBER 2001: Nitrous oxide is indicated in adults and children for: 1. General anaesthesia, usually as an adjuvant to other volatile or intravenous anaesthetics. 2. Analgesia (with oxygen) eg. dentistry and obstetrics.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Gas, medicinal
- Inhalation
- Colourless gas
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- various pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient nitrous oxide
This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
