About glucagon
Glucagon hormone; blood-glucose-raising agent
Used for
- Emergency treatment of severe low blood sugar in people with diabetes.
Usual adult dose
Give one nasal dose once. If there is no response after 15 minutes, a second dose from a new device may be given.
Usual dose in children
For children aged 4 years and older: one nasal dose once; a second dose from a new device may be given after 15 minutes if needed.
Common side effects
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
- Nasal or eye irritation
- Watery eyes
Important warnings
- Emergency medical help is needed after use.
- May be ineffective when liver glycogen is depleted, such as after prolonged fasting.
- Can cause allergic reactions, including swelling or breathing difficulty.
- Can raise blood pressure in people with certain adrenal tumors.
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy data are limited; glucagon is not expected to cause major harm when used for severe hypoglycemia.
Breastfeeding
No information shows harm to a breastfed infant; glucagon is rapidly broken down in the digestive tract.
Interactions
- Beta-blockers may increase heart rate and blood pressure responses.
- Warfarin effects may increase, raising bleeding risk.
- Indomethacin may increase the risk of low blood sugar or loss of response.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.