Glucagon Side Effects

Brand Names: GlucaGen

Please note - some side effects for Glucagon may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

Side Effects of Glucagon - for the Consumer

Glucagon

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Glucagon:

Nausea; vomiting.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing or swallowing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, throat, or tongue); fainting; fast or slow heartbeat; severe headache or dizziness.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

Glucagon Side Effects - for the Professional

Glucagon

Severe adverse reactions are very rare, although nausea and vomiting may occur occasionally. These reactions may also occur with hypoglycemia. Generalized allergic reactions have been reported. In a three month controlled study of 75 volunteers comparing animal-sourced Glucagon with Glucagon manufactured through rDNA technology, no Glucagon-specific antibodies were detected in either treatment group.

Side Effects by Body System - for Healthcare Professionals

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included nausea and vomiting. A higher incidence of nausea and vomiting has been reported with higher doses.

Endocrine

Endocrine side effects have included symptoms of hypoglycemia following a dose of glucagon.

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity side effects have included generalized allergic reactions, including urticaria, respiratory distress, and hypotension.

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