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Glucagon is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Glucagon is used -
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Glucagon safe for pregnant women?
Glucagon can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Glucagon, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Glucagon safe during breastfeeding?
Glucagon may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Glucagon, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Glucagon.
What is the effect of Glucagon on the Kidneys?
Glucagon has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Glucagon on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Glucagon. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Glucagon on the Heart?
Glucagon can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Glucagon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glucagon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Glucagon habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Glucagon has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Glucagon since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Glucagon is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Glucagon cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Glucagon
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Glucagon together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glucagon
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Glucagon with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Glucagon
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 280-281
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 617-619