What is Glucagon?
Glucagon works by triggering the liver to release some of the sugar that it has stored to help increase blood glucose levels.
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Address: Sacks Circle Industrial, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
Phone: +27 21 932 4597
What is another name for glucagon?
Glucagon is available under the following different brand names: Glucagen, Glucagon Emergency Kit, and GlucaGen HypoKit.
Is glucagon another name for insulin?
Glucagon is a hormone that your pancreas makes to help regulate your blood glucose (sugar) levels. Glucagon increases your blood sugar level and prevents it from dropping too low, whereas insulin, another hormone, decreases blood sugar levels.
Can I buy glucagon over the counter?
No, you cannot buy the injection form of glucagon over the counter. Glucagon is only available with a prescription from your doctor. Talk with your doctor about a prescription for glucagon if you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes.