Glucagon Flashcards
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Glucagon: Class
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Hyperglycemic agent, Pancreatic Hormone, Insulin antagonist
2
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Glucagon: Mechanism of action
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Increases blood glucose by stimulating glycolysis.
Stabilizing cardiac rhythm in beta-blocker overdose
Minimal positive inotrope and chronotrope
Decreases GI motility and secretions
3
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Glucagon: Indications
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Altered LOC when hypoglycemia is suspected.
May be used as inotropic agent in beta-blocker overdose
4
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Glucagon: Dose and Admin.
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Adult: 0.5-1mg IM,SC, slow IV. repeat q 20min PRN
Pedi: 0.03-0.1mg/kg/dose IM, IO, SC, slow IV q 20min. (max 1mg)
