Glucagon 1mg

Question 1

For Glucagon, What are the indications?

Answer 1

1. 3rd line agent for Hypoglycaemia where oral gel and/or IV glucose cannot be administered in a patient with a BSL <4mmol

Question 2

For Glucagon, What is the:
Route, 
Dose, 
IVoD, 
Dilution, 
Syringe
Repeat

Answer 2

Route: IM
Dose: 1mg
IVoD: 1ml
Dilution: Hypokit
Syringe: 1ml
Repeat: 5mins, repeat once

Question 3

For Glucagon, What are the contraindications?

Answer 3

1. Hypersensitivity

2. Known Pheochromocytoma