MedicinePOMEssential

Oxygen

A life-saving essential medical gas used to treat low oxygen levels.

Clinical information

Common uses

respiratory illnesses such as pneumonia and COVID-19
surgery and trauma care
care of newborns and other vulnerable patients

Pregnancy: used in pregnancy when medically needed

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: WHO health topic: Oxygen, who.int/health-topics/oxygen (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations1

Brand name	Dosage form	Strength	Importer	Category
Oxygen	Gas Cylinders	—	—	POM