Glucagon (1mg)
For those with diabetes who are unconscious or unable to take sugar orally, the emergency treatment for extreme hypoglycemia—very low blood sugar—is Glucagen 1mg injection. Some gastrointestinal system tests for adults also use it.
Classed as an anti-hypoglycemic medication, Glucagen 1mg injection falls into the hormone therapeutic class. Under medical control for safety and effectiveness, it is utilized under great importance in controlling severe low blood sugar levels.
vial of 1 Injection
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High Hypoglycemia: In an emergency, it efficiently increases blood glucose levels, therefore restoring normal functioning in individuals who might abruptly lose consciousness.
A natural hormone, glucagon causes the liver to turn glycogen into glucose, hence rapidly increasing blood sugar levels. In gastrointestinal treatments, it releases the tract's smooth muscle's tension.
Related Warnings
As alcohol intake could compromise the efficacy of the injection, it is not advised when using Glucagen.
Though scant human data are available, animal studies generally indicate that pregnancy is safe if prescribed. Always speak with your doctor.
See your doctor; not enough is known about Glucagen use during nursing. Discuss with your doctor.
Should your blood sugar levels be erratic, your driving skills could be impacted. Steer clear of driving until you know your blood sugar level.
Glucagen is probably safe for use in people with kidney or liver disease; dosage changes may not be required. See your doctor for individualized recommendations.
Glucagen is probably safe for use in people with kidney or liver disease; dosage changes may not be required. See your doctor for individualized recommendations.
Q: When should one avoid using glucagon?
A: Steer clear of use if the patient has a known allergy or a pheochromocytoma, a type of tumor.
Q: Can Glucagen make one sick?A: A common adverse effect is indeed nausea. Should it continue, see your doctor.
Q: What if I skip one dose?A: Glucagen is given when needed in an emergency, hence missed dosages usually have no bearing on anything.
Q: Can I use Glucagen if I drink alcohol?A: Alcohol can affect Glucagen's efficacy.
Q: How is the Glucagen injection administered?A: A healthcare practitioner administers it either subcutaneously (under the skin) or intramuscularly (into a muscle).
