Glucagon

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Last updated 12:53 AM on 5/3/26
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Class

Hyperglycaemic agent

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Schedule

S4

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Mechanism

↑ glycogenolysis → ↑ BGL; ↑ HR/contractility (β-independent)

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Indications + Adult Dose for Hypoglycaemia

1 mg IM (no IV)

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Indications + Adult Dose for β-blocker overdose

1-2 mg IV/IM

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Contraindications

Phaeochromocytoma

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Precautions

Low glycogen stores (malnutrition, alcohol); Vomiting risk

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Onset

5-10 min

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Duration

20-30 min

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Half-life

3-6 min

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Presentation

1 mg vial (powder + diluent)

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Key Points

Must eat after recovery; Place patient lateral (vomiting risk)