INTRODUCTION

GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG contains Glucagon which belongs to the group of medicines called Hyperglycemic agents. It is used for immediate, emergency use for children and adults with diabetes who use insulin. It is used when the patient becomes unconscious due to very low blood sugar (severe hypoglycaemia) and cannot take sugar by mouth.

Avoid consumption of alcohol while receiving GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG as it may lower your blood sugar levels. GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG is not recommended for use in patients with tumour in the adrenal gland. GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Contact your doctor before receiving it.

GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG should be used with caution in children and elderly patients (aged 65 years and above). The most common side effects of receiving GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG is nausea. Inform your physician if the side effect worsens or if you experience any unusual effects.

USES OF GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG

• Treats severe hypoglycaemic reactions (which may occur in the management of insulin treated children and adults with diabetes mellitus)

HOW GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG WORKS

GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG works by activating hepatic glucagon receptors and increases blood glucose concentration by converting the glycogen into glucose (sugar) in liver, which then released into the blood stream and increases the blood sugar levels.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG will be given to you only by a doctor or nurse under the skin (subcutaneously) or into a muscle (intramuscularly). Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea or vomiting:

Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily, fried or spicy foods. Do not lie down or sleep immediately after eating. Inform your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

Abdominal pain:

Try to take rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have smaller and frequent meals. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. If the symptom does not improve, inform your doctor.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before receiving GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

• insulin (used to treat diabetes)
• indomethacin (used to treat joint pain and stiffness)
• warfarin (used to prevent or treat blood clots)
• beta-blockers such as atenolol and metoprolol (used to treat high blood pressure)

Overdosage:

GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital, and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your doctor or nurse if you experience any unusual symptoms like nausea or vomiting.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG out of reach in children
• Store below 25°C

FAQs ABOUT GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG

How does GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG work?

GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG works by activating hepatic glucagon receptors and increases blood glucose concentration by converting the glycogen into glucose (sugar) in liver, which then released into the blood stream and increases the blood sugar levels.

Can GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG cause abdominal pain?

Yes, GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG may cause abdominal pain in some individuals. Try to take rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have smaller and frequent meals. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. If the symptom does not improve, inform your doctor.

How is GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG administered?

GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG will be given to you only by a doctor or nurse under the skin (subcutaneously) or into a muscle (intramuscularly). Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Is GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG safe to use during pregnancy?

GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG should be used with caution during pregnancy. Consult your doctor for advice before receiving GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant.

What are the precautions to be followed while receiving GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG?

Before receiving GLUCAGEN HYPOKIT 1MG, inform your doctor if you have been fasting for long time, low levels of adrenaline and tumour that releases glucagon or insulin. Also, inform your doctor if you are allergic to glucagon to prevent the risk of serious complications.

REFERENCES

1. K.D. Tripathi. Insulin, oral hypoglycaemic drugs and glucagon. Essentials of medical pharmacology. Seventh edition. 2013. Page – 280.

2. Goodman & Gilman’s, The Pharmacological Basics of Therapeutics, Endocrine Pancreas and Pharmacotherapy of Diabetes Mellitus and Hypoglycaemia, 12th edition, 2011. Page-1270.

3. Vivian T. Thieu, Beth D. Mitchell, Oralee J. Varnado, Brian M. Frier. Treatment and prevention of severe hypoglycaemia in people with diabetes: Current and new formulations of glucagon. December 2019. [Accessed on 15th June 2022] https://dom-pubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/dom.13941

4. Nitil Kedia. Treatment of severe diabetic hypoglycemia with glucagon: an underutilized therapeutic approach. NIH: National Library of Medicine, National Center for Biotechnology Information, PMC, Pubmed Central. September 2011. [Accessed on 15th June 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3180523/

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USEFUL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS

• Glucose - Fasting Blood
• Glucose - Random Blood