Does laughing gas completely knock you out?
Does laughing gas completely knock you out? Unlike general anesthesia, nitrous oxide is a mild sedative and will not knock you out. You might feel so relaxed that you'll want to fall asleep, but the gas will leave you conscious and completely responsive to verbal commands throughout the procedure.
Can laughing gas cause panic attacks?
Laughing gas can cause panic, depression, and cognitive problems.
Who should not use laughing gas?
Medical history can determine if nitrous oxide will not be a good fit for a patient. Patients with a history of mental health illnesses, vitamin B-12 deficiencies, substance use or respiratory illnesses could end up with serious long-term effects from laughing gas.