Glucagon 1 mg Injection

Glucagon 1 mg Injection 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 1 mg Injection contains Glucagon which works by helping the liver convert glycogen into glucose (sugar) which is then released into the bloodstream. Thus, Glucagon 1 mg Injection helps in increasing blood sugar levels.

Take Glucagon 1 mg Injection as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Glucagon 1 mg Injection 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 1 mg Injection 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 1 mg Injection or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Glucagon 1 mg Injection. Use Glucagon 1 mg Injection with caution in children and doses only as advised by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption with Glucagon 1 mg Injection as it may cause low blood sugar levels. Inform your friends and family that you are taking Glucagon 1 mg Injection and show them how to administer Glucagon 1 mg Injection so that if you become unconscious, they will be able to immediately inject Glucagon 1 mg Injection.

The Glucagon 1 mg Injection contains Glucagon which helps the liver convert glycogen into glucose (sugar) which is then released into the bloodstream. Thus, the Glucagon 1 mg Injection increases blood sugar levels. Also, Glucagon 1 mg Injection may be used to stop stomach movements during X-ray examinations to diagnose certain stomach or intestine disorders. 

If you are allergic to Glucagon 1 mg Injection 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 1 mg Injection. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Glucagon 1 mg Injection. Use Glucagon 1 mg Injection with caution in children and doses only as advised by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption with Glucagon 1 mg Injection 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 1 mg Injection and show them how to administer Glucagon 1 mg Injection so that if you become unconscious, they will be able to immediately inject Glucagon 1 mg Injection.  

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.