Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) summary
The full CMI at the link below has more details. If you are worried about using this medicine, speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
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1. Why am I using GlucaGen® HypoKit?
GlucaGen® HypoKit contains the active ingredient glucagon hydrochloride. GlucaGen® HypoKit is used to treat severe hypoglycaemia (extremely low blood sugar levels, or a “hypo”) in people using insulin or taking tablets to control their diabetes, who have become unconscious.
For more information, see Section 1. Why am I using GlucaGen® HypoKit? in the full CMI.
2. What should I know before I use GlucaGen® HypoKit?
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to GlucaGen® HypoKit or any of the ingredients listed at the end of the CMI.
Talk to your doctor if you have any other medical conditions, take any other medicines, or fast.
For more information, see Section 2. What should I know before I use GlucaGen® HypoKit?in the full CMI.
3. What if I am taking other medicines?
Some medicines may interfere with GlucaGen® HypoKit and affect how it works.
A list of these medicines is in Section 3. What if I am taking other medicines? in the full CMI.
4. How do I use GlucaGen® HypoKit?
The freeze-dried GlucaGen® powder should be dissolved in the water provided and then injected under the skin, into a muscle.
More instructions can be found in Section 4. How do I use GlucaGen® HypoKit? and 8. Instructions for use in the full CMI.
5. What should I know while using GlucaGen® HypoKit?
Things you should do
Tell any doctor or pharmacist you visit that you keep a GlucaGen® HypoKit.
Check the expiry date printed on the pack. If your medicine has passed this date, do not use it.
Things you should not do
Use the medicine if: it does not look like a powder or powdery tablet before adding the water; the powder does not dissolve properly after adding the water; the solution looks like a gel.
Driving or using machines
If you are still experiencing the effects after a severe hypo, do not drive or operate machinery.
Drinking alcohol
Glucagon will not work if your hypo is caused by excessive alcohol intake.
Looking after your medicine
GlucaGen® HypoKit should be stored at room temperature (i.e. less than 25°C). Avoid freezing.
The GlucaGen® HypoKit powder vial should be stored in the original package to protect from light.
Due to the instability of GlucaGen® in solution, the product should be used immediately after reconstitution. Use once only and discard any residue. Do not store it for later use.
For more information, see Section 5. What should I know while using GlucaGen® HypoKit? in the full CMI.
6. Are there any side effects?
Common side effects include abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting. Serious allergic reactions or worsening hypo requires immediate medical attention.
For more information, including what to do if you have any side effects, see Section 6. Are there any side effects? in the full CMI.
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