Singapore, Oct. 21 -- Medicinal nitrous oxide is commonly used for anesthesia and pain relief. In order to manage the distribution of medicinal nitrous oxide and prevent it from being used for recreational purposes, the medicinal nitrous oxide has been included in the trace and track system of medicinal products according to Pharmaceutical Affairs Act since October 1st, 2020.

The medicinal product license holders and wholesalers are required to submit the tracking and tracing information electronically before 10th of every month.

With a view to strengthening the management of medicinal products distribution, Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) stipulated the "Regulations governing the trace and track system for medicinal products...