Glucose 40% Oral Gel

Question 1

What is Glucose 40% Oral Gel?

Answer 1

It rapidly increases blood glucose levels via buccal absorption.

Question 2

Indications?

Answer 2

Known or suspected hypoglycaemia in a conscious patient where there is no risk of choking.

Question 3

Contra-Indications?

Answer 3

none

Question 4

Dosage and Administration?

Answer 4

Gel squeezed into the mouth between teeth and gums. >12 years 10-20 grams with a 10 gram repeat dose after 5 mins

Question 5

Route?

Answer 5

Buccal absorption - measure blood glucose levels after each absorption

Question 6

Cautions?

Answer 6

Choking