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'''Nitrous oxide''' is used in combination with other [[Inhalation agents|inhalation agents]]. It has a low potency meaning it is not suitable for use as the sole anaesthetic agent. It is used as part of a balanced anaesthetic technique as it has been shown to reduced the required concentration of volatile agent, but also shows some analgesic properties. Care must be taken when using nitrous oxide as it reduces the inspired oxygen availability, so should be closely monitored.
'''Nitrous oxide''' is used in combination with other [[Inhalation agents|inhalation agents]]. It has a low potency meaning it is not suitable for use as the sole anaesthetic agent. It is used as part of a balanced anaesthetic technique as it has been shown to reduced the required concentration of volatile agent, but also shows some analgesic properties. Care must be taken when using nitrous oxide as it reduces the inspired oxygen availability, so should be closely monitored.