Glugon 1mg Injection 1.0 Injection in 1 vial

All Details About Glugon 1mg Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Glugon 1mg Injection

Description:

Glugon Injection is used for emergency treatment of people with diabetes who have become unconscious because of very low blood sugar (severe hypoglycemia). It is used when such people are not able to take sugar by mouth. It may also be used in examinations of the gastrointestinal tract in adults.

Glugon Injection may be given by a healthcare professional or by the patient’s caregiver if they have been trained to use it. You and your family members should learn to recognize the symptoms of severe hypoglycemia (such as irritability, sweating, fast heart rate, feeling anxious or shaky etc) and how to administer this medicine. Do not use Glugon Injection if it is discolored or if it contains particles.

Glugon Injection raises the blood sugar levels. Once the person gains consciousness and is able to eat, he or she must be given a high sugar snack like sweets, biscuits, or fruit juice. This will help prevent your blood sugar levels from falling again.

It is important to get emergency medical assistance after using this medicine. Your doctor will monitor your blood sugar levels and keep you under observation for some time. A complete medical evaluation is advised for all such people to find out the cause of severe hypoglycemia (low blood sugar levels) and to prevent it from happening again.

The most common side effect of this medicine is nausea. Please consult your doctor if it does not resolve or persists for a longer duration. Glugon Injection may not work properly if you have been fasting for a long time or if your low blood sugar levels have been caused by drinking too much alcohol.

Uses:

Severe hypoglycemia

Directions For Use:

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Compassionately do not self administer.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Glugon

Nausea

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Glugon Injection.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Glugon Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Glugon Injection may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Driving

CAUTION

Glugon Injection may affect your driving ability if your blood sugar becomes too low or too high. Monitor your blood glucose and avoid driving if affected.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Glugon Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Glugon Injection is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

FAQs:

What is Glugon Injection used for?

Glugon Injection is an emergency injection prescribed to treat severe hypoglycemia (very low blood sugar) in people with diabetes aged 2 years or older when they cannot eat or drink, or need help from someone else.

How quickly does Glugon Injection usually work, and what should happen after it is given?

Most people begin to respond within about 15 minutes after receiving Glugon Injection, but some may take longer. When the person wakes up or improves, give a fast-acting carbohydrate (for example, fruit juice) to restore blood glucose stores and prevent the low blood sugar from coming back. If there is no improvement after 15 minutes, another device may be used while waiting for emergency help.

Who must not use Glugon Injection?

Individuals should not use Glugon Injection if they are allergic to glucagon or any of the ingredients, or if they have a tumor of the adrenal gland called pheochromocytoma. Forever check the leaflet or ask a clinician if you are unsure.

Can Glugon Injection fail to work in some situations?

Affirmative. Glugon Injection relies on stored sugar (glycogen) in the liver to raise blood glucose, so it may not work if the person has been fasting for a long time, has chronic low blood sugar, has adrenal insufficiency, or in alcohol-related low blood sugar. In those situations, glucose given directly by mouth (if safe) or by IV in the hospital may be needed.

What are the common reactions I should expect after Glugon Injection is given?

After receiving Glugon Injection, nausea and vomiting are the most commonly reported reactions. Headache or a fast heartbeat may also occur. These effects are usually mild , and stop on their own, but vomiting is common enough that the person should be turned on their side if unconscious to prevent choking.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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