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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 1:07 PM IST

About Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's

Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's belongs to a class of medications called hormones used to treat severe hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) in diabetic patients. Severe hypoglycemia is defined as low blood glucose levels which require assistance from another drug to treat. It is an emergency condition that requires immediate medical attention and occurs in diabetic people taking insulin and other anti-diabetic medicines.

The Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's contains Glucagon which works by helping the liver convert glycogen into glucose (sugar) which is then released into the bloodstream. Thus, Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's helps in increasing blood sugar levels.

Take Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience vomiting, nausea, and swelling at the injection site. Most of these side effects of Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's. Use Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's with caution in children and doses only as advised by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption with Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's as it may cause low blood sugar levels. Inform your friends and family that you are taking Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's and show them how to administer Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's so that if you become unconscious, they will be able to immediately inject Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's.

Uses of Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's

Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)

Medicinal Benefits

The Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's contains Glucagon which helps the liver convert glycogen into glucose (sugar) which is then released into the bloodstream. Thus, the Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's increases blood sugar levels. Also, Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's may be used to stop stomach movements during X-ray examinations to diagnose certain stomach or intestine disorders. 

Directions for Use

Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Swelling at the injection site
  • Increased heart rate
  • Sweating

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have low adrenaline levels, a tumor that releases insulin or glucagon, or low blood sugar caused due to excessive alcohol, inform your doctor before taking Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's. Use Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's with caution in children and doses only as advised by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption with Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's as it may cause low blood sugar levels. Do not skip meals and avoid too much exercise. Inform your friends and family that you are taking Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's and show them how to administer Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's so that if you become unconscious, they will be able to immediately inject Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's.  

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's may interact with an antidiabetic drug (insulin), blood thinner (warfarin), or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (indomethacin).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid alcohol consumption with Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's as it may cause low blood sugar levels.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have low adrenaline levels, a tumor that releases insulin or glucagon, or low blood sugar caused due to excessive alcohol, inform your doctor before taking Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's. 

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • INSULIN
  • WARFARIN
  • INDOMETHACIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat smaller meals every 3-4 hours throughout the day.
  • Do not skip regular meals.
  • If a meal is delayed, have a carbohydrate form like bread.
  • Include vegetables, fruits, plant foods, sources of lean protein in your diet.
  • Avoid foods rich in trans fats or saturated fats.
  • Limit or avoid refined and processed sugars from your diet.
  • Avoid the consumption of alcohol, especially after exercise. 

Special Advise

It is advised to give the patient snacks containing high sugars such as biscuits, sweets, or fruit juice as soon as they regain consciousness and can swallow to prevent low blood sugar from occurring again.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Hypoglycemia: It is defined as low blood glucose levels which require assistance from another person to treat. It is an emergency condition that requires immediate medical attention and occurs in diabetic people taking insulin and other anti-diabetic medicines. The symptoms include loss of consciousness, fits, confusion or intense nightmares while asleep. The risk of severe hypoglycemia in diabetic patients increases if the regular meal is delayed or missed, insulin overdose, alcohol intake, or exercise is done without proper medication reduction.  

About Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's

Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's belongs to a class of medications called hormones used to treat severe hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) in diabetic patients. Severe hypoglycemia is defined as low blood glucose levels which require assistance from another drug to treat. It is an emergency condition that requires immediate medical attention and occurs in diabetic people taking insulin and other anti-diabetic medicines.

The Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's contains Glucagon which works by helping the liver convert glycogen into glucose (sugar) which is then released into the bloodstream. Thus, Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's helps in increasing blood sugar levels.

Take Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience vomiting, nausea, and swelling at the injection site. Most of these side effects of Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's. Use Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's with caution in children and doses only as advised by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption with Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's as it may cause low blood sugar levels. Inform your friends and family that you are taking Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's and show them how to administer Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's so that if you become unconscious, they will be able to immediately inject Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's.

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Online payment accepted

Composition

GLUCAGON-1MG/ML

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

Uses of Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's

Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)

Medicinal Benefits

The Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's contains Glucagon which helps the liver convert glycogen into glucose (sugar) which is then released into the bloodstream. Thus, the Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's increases blood sugar levels. Also, Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's may be used to stop stomach movements during X-ray examinations to diagnose certain stomach or intestine disorders. 

Side Effects of Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Swelling at the injection site
  • Increased heart rate
  • Sweating

Directions for Use

Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have low adrenaline levels, a tumor that releases insulin or glucagon, or low blood sugar caused due to excessive alcohol, inform your doctor before taking Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's. Use Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's with caution in children and doses only as advised by a doctor. Avoid alcohol consumption with Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's as it may cause low blood sugar levels. Do not skip meals and avoid too much exercise. Inform your friends and family that you are taking Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's and show them how to administer Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's so that if you become unconscious, they will be able to immediately inject Glugon 1 mg Injection 1's.  

Therapeutic Class

HORMONES

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • INSULIN
  • WARFARIN
  • INDOMETHACIN

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat smaller meals every 3-4 hours throughout the day.
  • Do not skip regular meals.
  • If a meal is delayed, have a carbohydrate form like bread.
  • Include vegetables, fruits, plant foods, sources of lean protein in your diet.
  • Avoid foods rich in trans fats or saturated fats.
  • Limit or avoid refined and processed sugars from your diet.
  • Avoid the consumption of alcohol, especially after exercise. 

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

It is advised to give the patient snacks containing high sugars such as biscuits, sweets, or fruit juice as soon as they regain consciousness and can swallow to prevent low blood sugar from occurring again.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Hypoglycemia: It is defined as low blood glucose levels which require assistance from another person to treat. It is an emergency condition that requires immediate medical attention and occurs in diabetic people taking insulin and other anti-diabetic medicines. The symptoms include loss of consciousness, fits, confusion or intense nightmares while asleep. The risk of severe hypoglycemia in diabetic patients increases if the regular meal is delayed or missed, insulin overdose, alcohol intake, or exercise is done without proper medication reduction.  

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