CARBON DIOXIDE and CARDIAC ARREST

Overview

CARDIAC ARREST is the #5 most commonly reported adverse reaction for CARBON DIOXIDE, manufactured by A-OX Welding Supply, LLC. There are 8 FDA adverse event reports linking CARBON DIOXIDE to CARDIAC ARREST. This represents approximately 3.0% of all 267 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking CARBON DIOXIDE who experience cardiac arrest should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.

Reporting Frequency

CARDIAC ARREST is a less commonly reported adverse event for CARBON DIOXIDE, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.

Other Side Effects of CARBON DIOXIDE

In addition to cardiac arrest, the following adverse reactions have been reported for CARBON DIOXIDE:

• AIR EMBOLISM — 32 reports
• SUBCUTANEOUS EMPHYSEMA — 20 reports
• OFF LABEL USE — 16 reports
• POST PROCEDURAL COMPLICATION — 9 reports
• HYPOTENSION — 7 reports
• PNEUMOPERITONEUM — 7 reports
• DRUG ADMINISTRATION ERROR — 5 reports
• HYPERCAPNIA — 5 reports
• PCO2 INCREASED — 5 reports
• PNEUMOMEDIASTINUM — 5 reports

Other Drugs Associated with CARDIAC ARREST

The following drugs have also been linked to cardiac arrest in FDA adverse event reports:

Does CARBON DIOXIDE cause CARDIAC ARREST?

CARDIAC ARREST has been reported as an adverse event in 8 FDA reports for CARBON DIOXIDE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is CARDIAC ARREST with CARBON DIOXIDE?

CARDIAC ARREST accounts for approximately 3.0% of all adverse event reports for CARBON DIOXIDE, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience CARDIAC ARREST while taking CARBON DIOXIDE?

If you experience cardiac arrest while taking CARBON DIOXIDE, contact your healthcare provider. They can evaluate whether the symptom is related to your medication and discuss potential adjustments to your treatment plan. Do not stop taking prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.

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