GLUCAGON belongs to a class of medications called hormones used to treat severe hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) in diabetic patients. Severe hypoglycemia is defined as low blood glucose levels which require assistance from another drug to treat. It is an emergency condition that requires immediate medical attention and occurs in diabetic people taking insulin and other anti-diabetic medicines.
The GLUCAGON contains Glucagon which works by helping the liver convert glycogen into glucose (sugar) which is then released into the bloodstream. Thus, GLUCAGON helps in increasing blood sugar levels.
Take GLUCAGON as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take GLUCAGON for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience vomiting, nausea, and swelling at the injection site. Most of these side effects of GLUCAGON do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to GLUCAGON or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking GLUCAGON. Use GLUCAGON with caution in children and doses only as advised by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption with GLUCAGON as it may cause low blood sugar levels. Inform your friends and family that you are taking GLUCAGON and show them how to administer GLUCAGON so that if you become unconscious, they will be able to immediately inject GLUCAGON.
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
The GLUCAGON contains Glucagon which helps the liver convert glycogen into glucose (sugar) which is then released into the bloodstream. Thus, the GLUCAGON increases blood sugar levels. Also, GLUCAGON may be used to stop stomach movements during X-ray examinations to diagnose certain stomach or intestine disorders.
If you are allergic to GLUCAGON or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have low adrenaline levels, a tumor that releases insulin or glucagon, or low blood sugar caused due to excessive alcohol, inform your doctor before taking GLUCAGON. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking GLUCAGON. Use GLUCAGON with caution in children and doses only as advised by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption with GLUCAGON as it may cause low blood sugar levels. Do not skip meals and avoid too much exercise. Inform your friends and family that you are taking GLUCAGON and show them how to administer GLUCAGON so that if you become unconscious, they will be able to immediately inject GLUCAGON.
Drug-Drug Interaction: GLUCAGON may interact with an antidiabetic drug (insulin), blood thinner (warfarin), or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (indomethacin).
Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid alcohol consumption with GLUCAGON as it may cause low blood sugar levels.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have low adrenaline levels, a tumor that releases insulin or glucagon, or low blood sugar caused due to excessive alcohol, inform your doctor before taking GLUCAGON.
You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with GLUCAGON as it may cause low blood sugar levels.
GLUCAGON is a Category B pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
It is unknown whether GLUCAGON is excreted in human milk. Please consult a doctor before using GLUCAGON if you are breastfeeding mother.
Drive only if you are alert after taking GLUCAGON.
If you have any concerns regarding the use of GLUCAGON in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.
If you have any concerns regarding the use of GLUCAGON in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
GLUCAGON should be used in children only as advised by a doctor.
It is advised to give the patient snacks containing high sugars such as biscuits, sweets, or fruit juice as soon as they regain consciousness and can swallow to prevent low blood sugar from occurring again.
Hypoglycemia: It is defined as low blood glucose levels which require assistance from another person to treat. It is an emergency condition that requires immediate medical attention and occurs in diabetic people taking insulin and other anti-diabetic medicines. The symptoms include loss of consciousness, fits, confusion or intense nightmares while asleep. The risk of severe hypoglycemia in diabetic patients increases if the regular meal is delayed or missed, insulin overdose, alcohol intake, or exercise is done without proper medication reduction.