FDA Label for Nitrous Oxide

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Nitrous Oxide Product Label

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NITROUS OXIDE USP

UN1070

NON-FLAMMABLE GAS 2      OXIDIZER 5.1

Rx only.  WARNING:  Administration of Nitrous Oxide may be hazardous or contraindicated.
For use only by or under the supervision of a licensed practitioner who is experienced in the use and
administration of Nitrous Oxide and is familiar with the indications, effects, dosages, methods, and
frequency and duration of administration, and with the hazards, contraindications and side effects and
the precautions to be taken.  WARNING:  HIGH PRESSURE OXIDIZING LIQUID AND GAS.  VIGOROUSLY
ACCELERATES COMBUSTION.  CAN CAUSE RAPID SUFFOCATION.  CAN CAUSE ANESTHETIC EFFECTS.
MAY CAUSE FROSTBITE.  Avoid breathing gas.  Store and use with adequate ventilation.  Keep oil and
grease away.  Use only with equipment cleaned for oxygen and rated for cylinder pressure.  Do not get
liquid in eyes, on skin or clothing.  Cylinder temperature should not exceed 52oC (125oF).  Open
valve slowly.  Close valve after each use and when empty.  Use a back flow preventive device
in the piping.  Use in accordance with the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).  FIRST AID:  IF
INHALED, remove to fresh air.  If not breathing, give artificial respiration.  If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen.  Call a physician.  IN CASE OF FROSTBITE, obtain medical treatment immediately.
CAS:  10024-97-2                                                                                    DO NOT REMOVE THIS PRODUCT LABEL


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