Glucose 40% Oral Gel

Question 1

Glucose gel presentation

Answer 1

plastic tube containing 25g glucose 40% gel

Question 2

Glucose gel indications

Answer 2

known or suspected hypoglycaemia in a conscious patient where there is no risk of choking or aspiration

Question 3

Glucose gel actions

Answer 3

rapid increase in blood glucose levels via buccal absorption

Question 4

Glucose gel cautions

Answer 4

altered consciousness - risk of choking or aspiration

Question 5

Glucose gel side effects

Answer 5

none

Question 6

Glucose contraindications

Answer 6

none

Question 7

If glucose gel fails to bring blood glucose levels up what should be administered?

Answer 7

glucagon IM or glucose 10% IV

Question 8

Where should glucose gel be administered

Answer 8

gel should be squeezed between the teeth and gums

Question 9

Glucose gel dosage and administration for adults

Answer 9

Initial dose: 10-20g
Repeat dose: 10g
Dose interval: 15 mins
Conc: 10g in 25g of gel

Question 10

Glucose gel dosage and administration for 2-11 year olds

Answer 10

initial dose: 10g
repeat dose: 10g
Dose interval: 15mins
Conc: 10g in 25g of gel