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Inoxgen

Active Ingredient:
Nitric Oxide
Origin:
EU

Inoxgen (Nitric Oxide)

Nitric Oxide, the active ingredient in Inoxgen, is a medical gas presented as a medical gas for endotracheopulmonary use. It treats neonatal pulmonary hypertension, acute respiratory distress syndrome, and persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn. GNH India supplies Inoxgen as a licensed, GDP-compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals worldwide.

Manufacturer / TM Owner

Nippon Gases Scandinavia Holding As

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Indications & Clinical Uses

  • Inoxgen is used as a pulmonary vasodilator to manage conditions involving elevated pulmonary vascular resistance.
  • Neonatal pulmonary hypertension: improves oxygenation by reducing pulmonary arterial pressure.
  • Acute respiratory distress syndrome: enhances gas exchange through selective pulmonary vasodilation.
  • Persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn: lowers right‑ventricular afterload and supports systemic oxygen delivery.

How It Works

  • Inoxgen releases nitric oxide in the pulmonary airways, where the gas diffuses into smooth muscle cells of the pulmonary vasculature. It activates soluble guanylate cyclase, increasing cyclic GMP levels, which leads to relaxation of pulmonary arterial smooth muscle, resulting in vasodilation and improved oxygenation.

Side Effects

Inoxgen may cause a range of adverse reactions that vary in frequency and severity.

Common Side Effects

  • Methemoglobinemia: elevated methemoglobin levels reducing oxygen transport.
  • Hypotension: systemic blood pressure reduction due to vasodilation.
  • Rebound pulmonary hypertension: rapid rise in pulmonary pressure after abrupt discontinuation.
  • Increased platelet aggregation: potential for clot formation.

Serious or Rare Side Effects

  • Severe methemoglobinemia: may require urgent treatment.
  • Nitrogen dioxide toxicity: lung injury from NO2 formation.
  • Profound hypotension: can lead to organ hypoperfusion.
  • Pulmonary edema: fluid accumulation in lung tissue.

Precautions & Warnings

When using Inoxgen, careful monitoring and specific safety measures are essential.

  • Dose titration: adjust concentration based on continuous hemodynamic and oxygenation parameters.
  • Monitoring: continuously measure methemoglobin and nitrogen dioxide levels.
  • Contraindications: avoid in patients with severe left‑ventricular dysfunction.
  • Pregnancy: use only if potential benefits outweigh uncertain risks.
  • Interaction with other vasodilators: monitor for additive hypotensive effects.
  • Store at ambient temperature: keep cylinders in a well‑ventilated, dry area away from heat sources and protect from direct sunlight.

Avoid Interactions

Inoxgen can interact with several drug classes; awareness of these interactions helps prevent adverse events.

Major Interactions (Avoid)

  • Concurrent use with phosphodiesterase‑5 inhibitors: risk of profound hypotension.
  • Inhaled anesthetics (e.g., nitrous oxide): increased nitrogen dioxide formation.
  • Other nitric oxide donors: additive toxicity.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

  • Systemic vasodilators (e.g., nitroglycerin): monitor blood pressure closely.
  • Bronchodilators: may enhance pulmonary vasodilation.
  • Anticoagulants: monitor for increased bleeding risk.

Frequently Asked Questions

Inoxgen is a medical gas containing nitric oxide, indicated for the treatment of neonatal pulmonary hypertension, acute respiratory distress syndrome, and persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn. It acts as a selective pulmonary vasodilator to improve oxygenation in these critical respiratory conditions.

Nitric oxide diffuses into the smooth muscle of pulmonary vessels, where it activates soluble guanylate cyclase. This enzyme raises cyclic GMP levels, causing relaxation of the vascular smooth muscle, reducing pulmonary vascular resistance, and enhancing gas exchange.

The dosage of Inoxgen is individualized; the prescribing clinician determines the concentration and duration based on patient response, hemodynamic monitoring, and arterial blood gases. No fixed regimen is provided here, as dosing must be tailored to each clinical situation.

Safety data for inhaled nitric oxide during pregnancy or lactation are limited. Use is generally reserved for situations where the potential benefit to the mother or fetus outweighs uncertain risks, and the decision should be made by the treating physician.

To order, submit an enquiry on the product page at gnhindia.com specifying the required quantity. GNH India works with hospitals, pharmacies and procurement teams worldwide, verifies trade or institutional credentials, and then provides pricing, availability, shipping details (including any cold‑chain requirements) and necessary import documentation.

Compared with agents such as phosphodiesterase‑5 inhibitors or prostacyclin analogues, inhaled nitric oxide offers rapid, selective pulmonary vasodilation with minimal systemic effects, allowing precise titration. However, it requires specialized delivery equipment and continuous monitoring, whereas alternative drugs may be administered systemically and have longer half‑lives.

Inoxgen cylinders should be stored at ambient temperature in a well‑ventilated, dry area away from heat sources, and protected from direct sunlight. Keep cylinders upright, secure them to prevent falling, and ensure that only trained personnel handle the gas using approved delivery systems.

Inoxgen is delivered via an endotracheopulmonary system, typically using a calibrated vaporizer or delivery circuit attached to a mechanical ventilator. The gas is inhaled directly into the airway, allowing rapid diffusion into the pulmonary vasculature. Administration is performed by qualified healthcare professionals under continuous hemodynamic and methemoglobin monitoring.

The most critical risks include severe methemoglobinemia, which can impair oxygen delivery, and rebound pulmonary hypertension that may occur after abrupt discontinuation. Significant hypotension and nitrogen dioxide formation can also lead to lung injury. Prompt detection through continuous monitoring and gradual weaning are essential to mitigate these hazards.

Inoxgen is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to nitric oxide, severe left‑ventricular dysfunction, or those who cannot be adequately monitored for methemoglobin levels. It should also be avoided in individuals with uncontrolled systemic hypotension or in settings lacking appropriate delivery and monitoring equipment.

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