Toxicity of nitrous oxide
Dermatology Nitrous Oxide / Bites Nitrous Oxide--Potential Side Effects



Physiology

  • Toxicity
    - Mutagenicity: probably none.
    - Carcinogenicity: probably none
    - Reproduction: (animal models & epidemiologic surveys)
    - Fetal resorptions
    - Congenital abnormalities
    - Fetal growth retardation
    - Increased spontaneous abortion in women exposed and the wives of men who were exposed.
    - Nausea and vomiting
    - Estimated to be about 15% of patients.

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