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Generic Name: Glucagon
You experience severe allergic reaction symptoms (swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat causing difficulty breathing), severe rash with skin peeling, sudden intense chest pain, or symptoms of overdose. Call emergency medical services immediately.
Severe hypoglycemia
Hypoglycemia
1 mg
0.5 mg for < 20 kg
Same as adult
N/A
N/A
N/A
Nausea, vomiting
Anaphylaxis
Pheochromocytoma, insulinoma
May not work in patients with depleted glycogen stores
Warfarin, indomethacin
N/A
N/A
Safe
Safe
Teach family how to administer
N/A
Blood glucose
Content for Glucagon was synthesized and fact-checked against standardized regulatory monographs, official pharmacopoeias, and national health authorities:
The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.