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IM Glucagon Flashcards

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Indications for IM glucagon

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Hypoglycaemia when a PT unable to swallow and IV access cant be obtained

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Contraindications for IM glucagon

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Known sever Allergy

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cautions IM glucagon

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NONE

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Actions of IM glucagon

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Increases BGL lvl by stimulating glycogenolysis which is the breakdown of glucogen into glucose

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IM glucagon Dosage

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1mg (1ml) IM

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IM Glucagon side effects/onset time

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side effect = none
Onset time = 5 - 10mins

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