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Glucagon is a medicine that’s different from insulin. It’s used to treat severe low blood sugar (severe hypoglycemia). Glucagon works by telling your body to release sugar (glucose) into the bloodstream to bring the blood sugar level back up.
All Rx items must use the Healthcare Practitioner Authorization Form.
Sometimes you might miss a meal, exercise too much, or not eat enough food for the amount of insulin you’ve taken. Any of these situations can lead to low blood sugar, also called hypoglycemia. If not treated quickly, mild or moderate low blood sugar can become severe. In these cases, you may be physically unable to eat or drink a rapid acting source of glucose or you may lose consciousness. You will need a Glucagon injection immediately—and a friend, family member, or coworker may need to give it to you.
Be sure to designate several people who can help in case of an emergency. In the event of severe low blood sugar (severe hypoglycemia), you will not be able to inject yourself with Glucagon. It may help you and your child feel more at ease to know that several people such as friends, the school nurse, your coach, and co-workers know where your Glucagon emergency kits are located and how to use them in case you experience severe low blood sugar.
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Height | 1 in |
Width | 1.5 in |
Length | 6.2 in |
Assembly Required | No |
Choking Hazard | No |
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Sterile | No |