Glucose Gel

Question 1

What is the drug classification for Glucose Gel?

Answer 1

Hyperglycaemic

Question 2

What is the action of Glucose Gel on the body?

Answer 2

Glucose is the principle energy source for body cells - as a gel it is rapidly absorbed via the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) thus reversing the effects of hypglycaemia.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Glucose Gel?

Answer 3

Nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea

Question 4

What schedule is Glucose Gel classified under?

Answer 4

Unscheduled

Question 5

What are the indications for administering Glucose Gel?

Answer 5

Symptomatic hypoglycaemia with BGL < 4 mmol/L and able to tolerate oral glucose.

Question 6

What are the contraindications for administering Glucose Gel?

Answer 6

• Absent swallowing ability
• < 2 years old
• Unconsciousness

Question 7

What are the precautions when considering the administration of Glucose Gel?

Answer 7

Nil

Question 8

What is the onset time for Glucose Gel?

Answer 8

Approximately 10 minutes

Question 9

What is the duration time for Glucose Gel?

Answer 9

Varies