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Trade Name GlucaGen

Indication severe hypoglycemia, antidote for beta blockers and calcium channel blockers

Action stimulates production of glucose from stores, relaxes GI tract

Therapeutic Class hormones

Pharmacologic Class pancreatics

Nursing Considerations • may cause anaphylaxis
• may cause hypotension
• assess for signs of hypoglycemia, neuro status
• monitor serum glucose levels
• teach patient signs of hypoglycemia