GlucaGen
GlucaGen contains recombinant human glucagon, a hormone that raises blood glucose levels by accelerating hepatic glycogenolysis (the breakdown of glycogen to glucose in the liver). It is used as a critical rescue medication when a person with diabetes has a severe low blood sugar event and is unable to consume sugar orally.
Dosage by Body Weight
Administered subcutaneously, intramuscularly, or intravenously. The standard dose is 1 mg for adults and children weighing 25 kg or more. For pediatric patients weighing less than 25 kg, the dose is 0.5 mg. Turn the patient on their side to prevent choking if vomiting occurs, and seek immediate emergency medical care after injecting.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- 0.5 mg (or 0.1 mg/kg as prescribed)
- Frequency
- Single emergency dose
- Tracking Notes
- Typically prescribed as 0.5 mg for pediatric patients under 25 kg. Contact emergency services immediately.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 0.5 mg
- Frequency
- Single emergency dose
- Tracking Notes
- Standard dose for pediatric patients weighing less than 25 kg. Seek emergency medical help right after injecting.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 0.5 mg
- Frequency
- Single emergency dose
- Tracking Notes
- Standard dose for pediatric patients weighing less than 25 kg. Seek emergency medical help right after injecting.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 0.5 mg
- Frequency
- Single emergency dose
- Tracking Notes
- Standard dose for pediatric patients weighing less than 25 kg. Seek emergency medical help right after injecting.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 0.5 mg
- Frequency
- Single emergency dose
- Tracking Notes
- Standard dose for pediatric patients weighing less than 25 kg. Seek emergency medical help right after injecting.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | 0.5 mg (or 0.1 mg/kg as prescribed) | Single emergency dose | Typically prescribed as 0.5 mg for pediatric patients under 25 kg. Contact emergency services immediately. |
| 5-7 kg | 0.5 mg | Single emergency dose | Standard dose for pediatric patients weighing less than 25 kg. Seek emergency medical help right after injecting. |
| 8-10 kg | 0.5 mg | Single emergency dose | Standard dose for pediatric patients weighing less than 25 kg. Seek emergency medical help right after injecting. |
| 11-15 kg | 0.5 mg | Single emergency dose | Standard dose for pediatric patients weighing less than 25 kg. Seek emergency medical help right after injecting. |
| 16-20 kg | 0.5 mg | Single emergency dose | Standard dose for pediatric patients weighing less than 25 kg. Seek emergency medical help right after injecting. |
Formulation
Purpose
Emergency treatment of severe hypoglycemia (extremely low blood sugar) in patients with diabetes, and as a diagnostic aid during radiologic examinations of the gastrointestinal tract.
Generic Name
GlucagonScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.