Emergency treatment picture
Glucagon is a fast-acting hormone used to raise blood glucose levels quickly. It is administered by injection in cases where a diabetic is experiencing symptoms of hypoglycemia, such as confusion, seizures, or unconsciousness.



Review Date: 9/27/2005
Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Medical Illustration Team: Meredith Nienkamp, M.S.M.I., Dan Johnson, M.S.M.I., Lisa Higginbotham, M.S.M.I. Review also provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.