Glucagon

Question 1

Brand Name

Glucagon

Answer 1

Glucagen

Question 2

Drug Class

Glucagon

Answer 2

Hormone

Question 3

Indications

Glucagon

Answer 3

Altered LOC with hypoglycemia

Reversal agent in Beta blocker overdose

Reversal agent in Channel blocker overdose

Question 4

Mechanism of Action

Glucagon

Answer 4

Increase BGL through Glycogenolysis

Unknown mech. of stabilizing cardiac rhythm in Beta blocker overdose

Decrease gastric mobility and secretions

Question 5

Contraindications

Glucagon

Answer 5

Hypersensitivity

Hyperglycemia

Question 6

Adverse Effects

Glucagon

Answer 6

Dizziness
Headache
Hypertension
Tachycardia
Nausea
Vomiting
Rebound Hypoglycemia

Question 7

Precautions

Glucagon

Answer 7

Not effective if patient does not have any stored Glycogen

Question 8

Dose

Glucagon

Answer 8

Adult:
Hypoglycemia: 1.0 mg (IM), may be repeated in 10 mins

Ca & Beta blocker: OD: 3-10 mg (SIVP) followed by a 3-10 mg/hr infusion

Pedi:
Hypoglycemia: 0.03 - 0.1 mg/kg (IM/IO/SQ/SIVP), may be repeated in 20 mins

Ca & Beta blocker: 0.05 mg/kg (IV/IO) over 3-5 mins, followed by a 0.05 - 0.10 mg/kg/h infusion as necessary