GLUCAGON Flashcards
1
Q
PRESENTATION
A
1mg powder with water
2
Q
ACTION
A
reverses hypoglycemia
3
Q
INDICATION
A
- hypoglycemia < 4mm
- unconscious where hypo is suspected
4
Q
CONTRAINDICATION
A
- hypo seizures glucose 10% preferred
5
Q
SIDE EFFECTS
A
- nausea
- vomiting
- hypotension
- diarrhoea
6
Q
CAUTION
A
avoid IV where thrombosis may be required
7
Q
DOSAGE/ ADMIN
A
1mg
max dose 1mg
