- Used safely for decades by dentists
- Non-opioid, noninvasive, not addictive and latex free
- Studies shows millions of patient encounters without any serious adverse events (nausea and vomiting is the most common side effect in 2% or less)
- With the Nitrouseal® system all exhaled gases are safely eliminated from procedure room to minimize exposure to medical personnel by the only FDA cleared air scavenger device available
- Does not depress respiration or cause unconsciousness if used alone (with no other sedative agents).
- Very short duration (this adds to its safety).
- Self-administered by patient. Medical personnel can maintain verbal communication with the patient thru-out procedure
- Most common side effect: 1-2% nausea and vomiting
- Less common side effects: headache, sweating, tingling sensation in fingertips
- Should be avoided by women in their first trimester of pregnancy, patients with Vitamin B-12 deficiency, patients with severe emphysematous blebs, and patients with recent (within two weeks) inner ear or eye surgery.
