Glucagon Drug Card Flashcards
1
Q
Generic Name
A
Glucagon
2
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Class
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Hormone and Antihypoglycemic
3
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Action
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- Causes breakdown of glycogen to glucose
- Inhibits glycogen synthesis
- Elevates blood glucose levels
- Increases cardiac contractile force
- Increases heart rate
4
Q
Indications
A
Hypoglycemia
Beta-blocker overdose
5
Q
Contraindications
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Hypersensitivity to the medication
6
Q
Precautions
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- Effective only if there are sufficient stores of glycogen within the liver.
- Use with caution in patients with cardiovascular or renal disease
- Draw blood for glucose test before administration
7
Q
Side Effects
A
Can cause hypotension, dizziness, headache, nausea, and vomiting although side effects are rare.
8
Q
Adult dosage
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IV: 0.25-0.5 unit
IM: 1.0 mg
9
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Adult route
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IV, IM
