Drug reference
glucagon
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Drug class
Endocrine (Miscellaneous(Hormones))
Mechanism of action
Insulin antagonist, Stimulates cAMP synthesis to accelerate hepatic glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis, causing an increase in blood glucose levels, Preexisting hepatic glycogen stores necessary to be effective in treating hypoglycemia, Glucagon also relaxes smooth muscles of GI tract
Common side effects
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Nausea
- Injection site redness
- Hypoglycemia
- Hyperglycemia
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is glucagon?
glucagon belongs to: Endocrine.
How does glucagon work?
Insulin antagonist, Stimulates cAMP synthesis to accelerate hepatic glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis, causing an increase in blood glucose levels, Preexisting hepatic glycogen stores necessary to be effective in treating hypoglycemia, Glucagon also relaxes smooth muscles of GI tract
What are the common side effects of glucagon?
Vomiting, Headache, Nausea, Injection site redness, Hypoglycemia, Hyperglycemia
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