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Carbon Dioxide 998 mL/L

Carbon Dioxide · GAS · Holston Gases, Inc

2 Recalls on Record
Plain English

Carbon dioxide gas is a prescription medication inhaled through the respiratory system and used as a contrast agent to help visualize internal structures during certain medical imaging procedures. It works by providing contrast that allows doctors to see details more clearly on radiographic images.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Carbon Dioxide
Generic Name
Carbon Dioxide
NDC Code (Product)
55050-0030
Manufacturer
Holston Gases, Inc
Strength
998 mL/L
Dosage Form
GAS
Route
RESPIRATORY (INHALATION)
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA205764
Drug Class
Radiographic Contrast Agent [EPC]
Marketing Start
11/14/2025

Recall History

2 Recalls on Record
Class II11/06/2013

Airgas Medical Services

Labeling: Not Elsewhere Classified; Due to an error in the manufacturing procedure, a cylinder in liquid withdrawal service was not marked Syphon Tube indicating liquid withdrawal and shipped as a gas withdrawal cylinder.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II04/10/2012

Airgas Inc

Impurities/Degradation Products: Out Of Specification levels of nitrogen dioxide.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

air embolism32 reports
subcutaneous emphysema20 reports
off label use16 reports
post procedural complication9 reports
cardiac arrest8 reports
hypotension7 reports
pneumoperitoneum7 reports
drug administration error5 reports
hypercapnia5 reports
pco2 increased5 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Full prescribing information not available for this product.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carbon Dioxide used for?

Carbon dioxide gas is a prescription medication inhaled through the respiratory system and used as a contrast agent to help visualize internal structures during certain medical imaging procedures. It works by providing contrast that allows doctors to see details more clearly on radiographic images.

Is Carbon Dioxide a controlled substance?

Carbon Dioxide is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Carbon Dioxide?

The generic name for Carbon Dioxide is Carbon Dioxide. There are 5 other brand versions of Carbon Dioxide.

What is the NDC code for Carbon Dioxide 998 mL/L?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Carbon Dioxide 998 mL/L is 55050-0030, listed by Holston Gases, Inc.