Uses of Glucagon Injection:

• It is used to quiet the GI (gastrointestinal) tract so it may be x-rayed.
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Glucagon Injection?

• If you are allergic to glucagon injection (diagnostic aid); any part of glucagon injection (diagnostic aid); or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had.
• If you have an adrenal gland tumor called pheochromocytoma.
• If you have certain types of pancreas tumors (glucagonoma, insulinoma).
• If you have a weak adrenal gland, have not had food or water for a long time, or have low blood sugar often.

This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with glucagon injection (diagnostic aid).

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take glucagon injection (diagnostic aid) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Glucagon Injection?

• Tell all of your health care providers that you take glucagon injection (diagnostic aid). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
• Low blood sugar can happen with glucagon injection (diagnostic aid) in people who have certain types of pancreas tumors (glucagonoma, insulinoma). Very low blood sugar can lead to seizures, confusion, passing out, and sometimes death. If signs of low blood sugar happen after using glucagon injection (diagnostic aid), get medical help right away.
• Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert until you eat a meal.
• If you have diabetes, talk with your doctor. High blood sugar has happened in people who have diabetes after glucagon injection (diagnostic aid) is given. If you have questions, talk with your doctor.
• You will be watched closely by your doctor.
• This medicine is not approved for use in children. Talk with the doctor.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan on getting pregnant, or are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks to you and the baby.

How is this medicine (Glucagon Injection) best taken?

Use glucagon injection (diagnostic aid) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

• It is given as a shot into a muscle or vein.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

• Call your doctor to find out what to do.

What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

• Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
• Signs of high or low blood pressure like very bad headache or dizziness, passing out, or change in eyesight.
• Signs of low blood sugar like dizziness, headache, feeling sleepy, feeling weak, shaking, a fast heartbeat, confusion, hunger, or sweating.
• A fast heartbeat.
• Blisters; scaly, red, itchy, or painful skin; or if the skin starts to break down.
• Signs of high blood sugar like confusion, feeling sleepy, more thirst, more hungry, passing urine more often, flushing, fast breathing, or breath that smells like fruit.

What are some other side effects of Glucagon Injection?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

• Upset stomach or throwing up.
• Headache.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

How do I store and/or throw out Glucagon Injection?

• If you need to store glucagon injection (diagnostic aid) at home, talk with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist about how to store it.

Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer

• If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.
• Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.
• Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.
• Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area.
• Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about glucagon injection (diagnostic aid), please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

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