Emergency Glucagon: Everything You Need to Know
2021-09-13
Glucagon is a hormone that tells your liver to release its stored sugar (also known as glycogen) into your bloodstream. Emergency glucagon treatments can raise your blood sugar during severe hypoglycemia.
Anyone who takes insulin (or another medication that can cause low blood sugars) should have an emergency glucagon treatment.
Here, you can learn everything you need to know about glucagon!
Glucagon Basics
Learn what glucagon is and how it can be used during severe low blood sugars.
Hypoglycemia and How to Treat It
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Save a Life: It’s Time to Learn About Glucagon
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Can EMTs + Paramedics Administer Emergency Glucagon for Severe Hypoglycemia?
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Can Emergency Responders in Your Town Administer Glucagon?
Not every emergency responder can administer glucagon. Find out whether an EMT near you can—and what to do if they can’t!MOREEasing Worry & Anxiety
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Hypoglycemia Awareness and Type 2 Diabetes
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How to Teach Your Kids about Possible Diabetes Emergencies
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Yes, I Have Low Blood Sugars with Type 2 Diabetes
Living with type 2 diabetes has its ups and its downs, including having low blood sugar. We also experience lows!MOREPrepared for Everyday Life with Glucagon
Wherever you go, it’s always nice to have glucagon nearby.
Cold and Flu and What to Do
Getting sick can be scary, especially when you or a loved one lives with diabetes. Here's some info on what to do with the cold or flu.MORE
Why Doesn’t Glucagon Work with Alcohol?
You may have heard that glucagon is ineffective in treating low blood sugar when you're drinking. But why doesn't glucagon work with alcohol? MORE
Daily Type 2 Diabetes Kit
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Severe Hypoglycemia Disaster Preparedness Plan
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When Medications are Prescribed for Type 2 Diabetes Management
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Oral Medications and The Risk of Hypoglycemia
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If You Take Insulin for Type 2 Diabetes, Your Doctor Should Also Prescribe This…
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Discussing glucagon with patients, doctors and industry leaders.
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Nasal Glucagon Gives Me Peace of Mind
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T1D + T2D Perspectives on Hypoglycemia w/ Ginger + Taylor
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