0xygen: Uses, Side Effects, and Drug Interactions

# Overview of Oxygen Oxygen is a medicine that helps people breathe better when their body doesn't have enough oxygen on its own. It's used for patients with serious lung problems, heart disease, or other conditions that make it hard to get enough oxygen into their blood. When you're sick or injured, your body needs oxygen to work properly and heal itself. Doctors give oxygen to patients in hospitals, at home, or in emergency situations to help them feel better and stay healthy. It comes through special tubes that go in your nose or a mask that covers your face. It's important to use oxygen exactly the way your doctor tells you to, because too much or too little can cause problems. Since oxygen can be a fire hazard, you need to keep it away from flames, cigarettes, and heat sources. Some people might feel dry in their nose or mouth when using oxygen, but this is usually not serious. Always tell your doctor if you're having trouble breathing or if the oxygen doesn't seem to be helping. Never change how much oxygen you're using without talking to your doctor first, and make sure to keep your oxygen equipment clean and in good working order.