Glucagon

Pancreatic hormone

Converts liver glycogen into glucose. Glucagon may not work if liver glycogen is depleted due to starvation or chronic liver disease.

SC/IM

4-7 minutes

8-10 minutes.

11-30 minutes.

Hypoglycaemia if unable to cannulate for administration of Glucose Gel 10%

• 1. Nausea and vomiting
• 2. Allergic reactions rarely occur

• 1mg vial and syringe containing 1ml of sterile water.
• dissolve the Glucagon powder by adding the entire contents of the syringe to the vial containing the glucagon. The solution must be prepared immediately prior to use.

Patients ≥ 16yrs of age - 1mg (1ml)of reconstituted solution SC/IM

Patients < 16yrs of age - 500mcg (0.5ml) of reconstituted solution SC/IM.

give food to prevent recurrence of hypoglycaemia. Carbohydrates constitute the main source of energy for all body functions especially the brain. Cereals, vegetables, fruits, rice, potatoes, legumes, and flour products are the main source of carbohydrates.