glucagon

Question 1

Trade name for glucagon

Answer 1

GlucaGen

Question 2

Classes for glucagon

Answer 2

Hyperglycemic

Pancreatic hormone

Question 3

Standard supply for glucagon

Answer 3

The vial containing the drug requires reconstitution with the applied solution

Question 4

MOA for glucagon

Answer 4

Increases the glucose levels in the blood by releasing glycogen stores in the liver
Increases the force of myocardial contractility
Increases heart rate

Question 5

Indications for glucagon

Answer 5

Hemodynamically significant hypoglycemia

Beta-blocker overdose

Question 6

Contraindications for glucagon

Answer 6

Known hypersensitivity

Question 7

Adverse reactions to glucagon

Answer 7

Nausea

Vomiting

Question 8

Route of administration for glucagon

Answer 8

IM

Question 9

Onset/Peak/Duration for glucagon

Answer 9

O: 1-20 minutes
P: 30 minutes
D: 1-2 hours

Question 10

Adult dosages for glucagon

Answer 10

1.0 mg

May repeat dosage in 7-10 minutes

Question 11

Pediatric dosages for glucagon

Answer 11

5 yrs or younger or less than 44 lbs (20 kg): 0.5 mg
5 yrs or older or more than 44 lbs (20 kg): 1.0 mg
May repeat dosage in 7-10 minutes

Question 12

Special considerations for glucagon

Answer 12

Check blood glucose level before and after each dose
Drug may be used in conjunction with dextrose 50%
Drug may be used in conjunction with thiamine (vitamin B1) for a patient with malnutrition or alcohol abuse