Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's
About Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's
Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's 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 Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's contains Glucagon which works by helping the liver convert glycogen into glucose (sugar) which is then released into the bloodstream. Thus, Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's helps in increasing blood sugar levels.
Take Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's 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 Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's 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 Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's. Use Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's with caution in children and doses only as advised by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption with Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's as it may cause low blood sugar levels. Inform your friends and family that you are taking Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's and show them how to administer Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's so that if you become unconscious, they will be able to immediately inject Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's.
Uses of Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's
Medicinal Benefits
The Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's contains Glucagon which helps the liver convert glycogen into glucose (sugar) which is then released into the bloodstream. Thus, the Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's increases blood sugar levels. Also, Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's may be used to stop stomach movements during X-ray examinations to diagnose certain stomach or intestine disorders.
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Side Effects of Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's 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 Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's. Use Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's with caution in children and doses only as advised by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption with Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's 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 Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's and show them how to administer Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's so that if you become unconscious, they will be able to immediately inject Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's may interact with an antidiabetic drug (insulin), blood thinner (warfarin), or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (indomethacin).
Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid alcohol consumption with Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's 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 Glucon 1 mg Injection 1's.
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Special Advise
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.
Disease/Condition Glossary
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.