Glucagon
About Glucagon
Glucagon is specifically used to treat low levels of blood sugar and patients of anaphylaxis. It stimulates the liver to break down glycogen and ease the absorption of glucose in the blood stream. It is usually injected intravenously, into a muscle or under the skin.
The dosage depends upon the age, weight, medical history of the patient, health conditions and the response to the therapy.
Most of the drugs are contraindicated in patients who have suffered or are suffering from cardiac disorders, lungs or liver disorders or renal malfunctioning. In such cases, immense precaution is required in the determination of the dosage. Take proper medical help in case you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy any time soon or breastfeeding. You must also inform the doctor of any other prescription drugs that you may be taking, such as hormonal pills as oral contraceptives, or any dietary supplements as Glucagon may interact with the other drugs and cause a number of health complications. The doctor should also be informed of any allergies that you may be having of any drug, food or other substance. You must avoid alcohol consumption, smoking, tobacco or caffeine during the course of the treatment to avoid any further health complications. Even the slightest discomfort should be reported to the doctor immediately, in order to avoid complications.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Diabetologist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Glucagon
Hypoglycemia
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Diabetologist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Glucagon ?
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Diabetologist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Glucagon
Is It safe with alcohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Glucagen 1mg injection is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Glucagen 1mg injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
Should not drive or operate machinery after a severe hypoglycaemic event until the patient has stabilised.
Does this affect kidney function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Diabetologist before using this medicine.
Medicines containing Glucagon
Below is the list of medicines, which contains Glucagon as ingredient
- Glugon 1Mg Injection
United Biotech Pvt Ltd
- Glucagen 1Mg Prefilled Syringe
Novo Nordisk India Pvt Ltd
- Glucagen 1Mg Injection
Novo Nordisk India Pvt Ltd
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Diabetologist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
The active constituent of this medication is a synthetic hormone which works by binding to the glucagon receptor and initiating signalling pathways by activation of adenylate cyclase as well as increasing intracellular calcium. These signalling pathways lead to increased glucose secretion in blood.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Diabetologist before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Glucagon ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Medicine
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