Leaflet OXIGEN LINDE 100% cryogenic medicinal gas
Oxygen is an essential gas for sustaining life, used medically for the treatment of hypoxia (low oxygen levels in the blood) and other respiratory conditions. It is administered via mask, nasal cannula, or mechanical ventilation, depending on the patient's needs.
Medical oxygen is used in emergency situations, during surgical procedures, or for patients with chronic conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is important to administer it as directed by a doctor to avoid complications such as oxygen toxicity.
Side effects may include dryness of mucous membranes, nasal irritation, or, in rare cases, lung damage with long-term use at high concentrations.
Patients should inform their doctor about any pre-existing conditions to ensure the safe use of medical oxygen.
Medical oxygen is used in emergency situations, during surgical procedures, or for patients with chronic conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is important to administer it as directed by a doctor to avoid complications such as oxygen toxicity.
Side effects may include dryness of mucous membranes, nasal irritation, or, in rare cases, lung damage with long-term use at high concentrations.
Patients should inform their doctor about any pre-existing conditions to ensure the safe use of medical oxygen.
General data about OXIGEN LINDE 100%
- Substance:
- oxygen
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-04-2024
- Product code:
- W69458038
- Concentration:
- 100%
- Pharmaceutical form:
- cryogenic medicinal gas
- Quantity:
- 1
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Prescription status:
- P-RF — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.
Pharmaceutical forms available for oxygen
Concentrations available for oxygen
- 100%
- 100%(v/v)