GLUCAGON

Overview

GLUCAGON is a Schedule H drug.
Glucagon is a hormone that increases blood sugar levels. It also slows involuntary muscle movements of the stomach and intestines that aid in digestion.Glucagon is also used during a radiologic (x-ray) examination to help diagnose certain disorders of the stomach or intestine Glucagon is a natural hormone. It helps the liver to change glycogen into glucose. It works in barium study by relaxing the tone and motility of the smooth muscle in the gastrointestinal tract.

Usage

GLUCAGON is generally used to treat: Hypoglycemia
GLUCAGON can address symptoms like: Head Headache, Nervousness, Slow Thinking, Sadness, Forgetfulness, Pounding Heart (pulse), Confusion, Body Difficulty Walking, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Fingers Tingling, Mouth Tingling, Body Excessive Sweating

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous),

Precautions

  • Glucagon should be used to treat hypoglycemia only if the person cannot eat, passes out, or is having a seizure.
  • You should not use glucagon if you are allergic to glucagon or lactose, or if you have a tumor of the pancreas  or adrenal gland.
  • Glucagon is a powder medicine that must be mixed with a liquid before using it.
  • Prepare a dose only when you are ready to give an injection.
  • Do not use if the medicine has changed colors or has particles in it.
  • Be sure you know how to give a glucagon injection before you need to use it.
  • After the injection, you should eat a fast-acting source of sugar (fruit juice, glucose gel, hard candy, raisins, or non-diet soda) and then eat a snack or small meal such as cheese and crackers or a meat sandwich.
  • If the patient does not wake up within 15 minutes, you may need to mix a new dose and give a second injection.
  • Do not use glucagon after the expiration date on the label has passed.
  • Since glucagon is used as needed, it does not have a daily dosing schedule.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol,It can lower your blood sugar.

Symptoms of Overdosage

GLUCAGON over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Head Headache, Eyes Blurred Vision, Anxiety, Confusion, Ear Pounding, Chest Pain, Shortness Of Breath, Irregular Heartbeat

Common Side-Effects

GLUCAGON : Nausea, Vomit, Irregular Heartbeat

Serious Side-Effects

GLUCAGON : Pounding Heart (pulse), Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Rare Side-Effects

GLUCAGON : Night Terrors, Depression, Seizure, Eyes Blurred Vision, Anxiety, Chills, Confusion, Pale Skin, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nervousness, Slurred Speech, Fatigue (tiredness)

Technical Classification

GLUCAGON is categorized as: GLUCOSE ELEVATING AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with GLUCAGON as Ingredient

GLUCAGEN 1MG INJGLUCAGON 1.0 MG
GLUCAGEN 1MG PREFILLED SYPINGEGLUCAGON 1.0 MG
GLUGON 1MG INJGLUCAGON 1.0 MG