Glucagon Flashcards
1
Q
What is the presentation of Glucagon?
A
1mg in hypokit
2
Q
What is the pharmacology of Glucagon? List the action.
A
A hormone normally secreted in the pancreas.
Actions:
Causes an increase in blood glucose concentration by converting stored liver glycogen to glucose.
3
Q
How is Glucagon metabolised?
A
By the liver, kidneys and plasma.
4
Q
List the PEI for Glucagon.
A
- Diabetic hypoglycaemia in pts with an altered conscious state who are unable to self-administer oral glucose.
5
Q
List the contraindications for Glucagon.
A
Nil
6
Q
List the precautions for Glucagon.
A
Nil
7
Q
List the side effects for Glucagon.
A
Nausea
Vomiting
(Rare)
8
Q
What is the special note for Glucagon?
A
Not all pts will respond to Glucagon, particularly those with inadequate glycogen stores in the liver such as malnourished or alcoholic pts.
9
Q
What is the onset and duration of Glucagon?
A
O: 5mins
D: 25 minutes
