Glucagon

Question 1

Pharmacology and presentation of Glucagon?

Answer 1

1mg/1ml powder.

Pancreatic hormone which increases blood glucose by stimulating glycogenolysis predominantly within the liver. High dose glucagon has inotropic and chronotropic effects that are not mediated through beta-receptors.

Question 2

Indicators of Glucagon?

Answer 2

• Diabetic hypoglycaemia (< 4mmol/l) in Pts with an altered conscious state who are unable to self-administer oral glucose paste

Question 3

Contraindications of Glucagon?

Answer 3

• Nil

Question 4

Cautions of Glucagon?

Answer 4

• Nil

Question 5

Side Effects of Glucagon?

Answer 5

• Nausea and vomiting

Question 6

Dosing Regimes of Glucagon?

Answer 6

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Question 7

Onset and duration of Glucagon?

Answer 7

• Onset = 3-5 minutes
• Duration = 12-25 minutes