Glucagon Flashcards
1
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Classification
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Hormone (antihypoglycemic agent)
2
Q
Mechanism of Action
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- Converts glycogen to glucose
- Inhibits glycogen synthesis
- Elevates BGL
- Increases cardiac contractile force
- Increased heart rate
3
Q
Indications
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- Hypoglycemia
- Beta blocker OD
4
Q
Contraindications
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- Hypersensitivity
- Pheochromocytoma
- Insulinoma
5
Q
Adverse Effects
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- Nausea, vomiting
- Rebound hyperglycemia
- Hypotension
- Sinus tachycardia
6
Q
Administration
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- Hypoglycemia (Adult): 1 mg IM/IV/IO/SubQ
- Beta blocker overdose (Adult): 2-5 mg IV/IO over 1 minute, second dose 10 mg IV if needed.
