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Carbogen Prescribing Information

Package insert / product label
Generic name: carbon dioxide and oxygen
Dosage form: gas
Drug class: Medical gas

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 16, 2023.

COMPRESSED GAS, OXIDIZING, N.O.S. (95% OXYGEN USP, 5% CARBON DIOXIDE USP) UN3156 NON-FLAMMABLE GAS 2 OXIDIZER 5.1
Rx only. WARNING: Administration of gas mixture 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 gas mixtures 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. DANGER: MAY CAUSE OR INTENSIFY FIRE; OXIDIZER CONTAINS GAS UNDER PESSURE; MAY EXPLODE IF HEATED. MAY INCREASE RESPIRATION AND HEART RATE. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep and store away from clothing and other combustible materials. Keep valves and fittings free from grease and oil. Use and store only outdoors or in a well-ventilated place. Use a back flow preventive device in the piping. Use only with equipment of compatible materials of construction and rated for cylinder pressure. Use only with equipment cleaned for oxygen service. Open valve slowly. Close valve after each use and when empty. Protect from sunlight when ambient temperature exceeds 52 degrees C (125 degrees F). Read and follow the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before use. FIRST AID: IF ACCIDENTALLY INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Get medical advice/attention. CAS: OXYGEN 7782-44-7, CARBON DIOXIDE 124-28-9 DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL.
WestAir 1-866-937-8247 2506 Market Street, San Diego, CA 92102 www.westairgases.com oxygen95 carbondioxide5 mix

CARBOGEN
carbogen gas
Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:53440-008
Route of AdministrationRESPIRATORY (INHALATION)
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
OXYGEN (UNII: S88TT14065) (OXYGEN - UNII:S88TT14065) OXYGEN950 mL in 1 L
Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient NameStrength
CARBON DIOXIDE (UNII: 142M471B3J) 5 mL in 1 L
Packaging
#Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
1NDC:53440-008-0433984 L in 1 CYLINDER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product01/01/2000
2NDC:53440-008-058496 L in 1 CYLINDER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product01/01/2000
3NDC:53440-008-065664 L in 1 CYLINDER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product01/01/2000
4NDC:53440-008-072832 L in 1 CYLINDER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product01/01/2000
5NDC:53440-008-082266 L in 1 CYLINDER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product01/01/2000
6NDC:53440-008-091416 L in 1 CYLINDER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product01/01/2000
7NDC:53440-008-10708 L in 1 CYLINDER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product01/01/2000
8NDC:53440-008-11425 L in 1 CYLINDER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product01/01/2000
9NDC:53440-008-12255 L in 1 CYLINDER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product01/01/2000
10NDC:53440-008-13170 L in 1 CYLINDER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product01/01/2000
11NDC:53440-008-14113 L in 1 CYLINDER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product01/01/2000
12NDC:53440-008-1557 L in 1 CYLINDER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product01/01/2000
Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
NDANDA20576701/01/2000
Labeler - Westair Gases & Equipment, Inc. (052834694)
Establishment
NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
Westair Gases & Equipment, Inc.014076344manufacture(53440-008)

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