Glucose gel Flashcards
Anti-hypoglycaemic
1
Q
Administration
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Buccal fat
2
Q
Presentation
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10g Glucose Gel in a tube or sachet
3
Q
Indications
A
Hypo-glycaemia
Blood glucose < 4 mmol/L
4
Q
Class
A
Anti-hypo-glycaemic
5
Q
Dosage
A
Adult: 10g - 20g Buccal repeat prn
Paed: <8 years old 5g - 10g Buccal
>8 years old 10g - 20g Buccal Repeat prn
prn = take as needed, no exact dosage
6
Q
Side effects
A
May cause vomiting in patients if administered too quickly
7
Q
Contra-indications
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K.S.A.R.
8
Q
Additional information
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