Glucagon® Injection Kit with Diluent for Severe Hypoglycemia

What Glucagon Is and How It Works

The Glucagon Injection Kit with Diluent is an emergency treatment for severe hypoglycemia. It contains a vial of glucagon powder and a prefilled syringe of sterile water. The mixed solution is injected into muscle or under the skin during a low blood sugar emergency. People often search for a glucagon injection kit without insurance to keep a kit at home, work, and school.

Glucagon is a natural hormone that tells the liver to release stored glucose. This raises blood sugar when levels are dangerously low and the person cannot take oral carbohydrates. The kit is used for patients with diabetes who use insulin or sulfonylureas and are unconscious, having seizures, or cannot swallow.

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Severe hypoglycemia is a medical emergency. Learn more in our Severe Hypoglycemia Low Blood Sugar condition page.

Dosage and Usage

• Adults and children ≥25 kg: 1 mg as a single intramuscular (IM) or subcutaneous (SC) injection.
• Children <25 kg: 0.5 mg IM or SC. A clinician may use weight-based dosing if appropriate.
• Use only the supplied diluent to reconstitute the powder immediately before injection.
• Reconstitution: Insert the needle into the powder vial, inject all diluent, and gently swirl until the solution is clear. Do not shake vigorously.
• Withdraw the prescribed dose back into the syringe.
• Injection sites: outer thigh is preferred. Upper arm or buttock are alternatives.
• Position the person on their side to reduce aspiration risk from nausea or vomiting.
• After injection, monitor closely. If there is no response after 15 minutes, a second dose may be given with a new kit while awaiting professional care.
• When the person can swallow, give a fast-acting carbohydrate, then a snack with protein or complex carbohydrate to prevent recurrence.
• IV dextrose is an alternative used by healthcare professionals.
• Used solution should be discarded. Do not store mixed glucagon.
• Caregivers should review instructions before an emergency and check kit expiry dates.

• Storage (unmixed kit): store at 20–25°C (68–77°F). Excursions 15–30°C (59–86°F) are usually acceptable. Keep in the carton, protect from light.
• Do not freeze. Keep away from heat and moisture.
• After mixing: use immediately, then discard any remainder.
• Travel: keep the kit in carry-on luggage. Bring a copy of the prescription and emergency plan.
• Do not pre-mix before travel or events. Mix only when needed.
• Check the solution. If it remains cloudy or contains particles after mixing, do not use.

Benefits and Savings

Glucagon works quickly to raise glucose when the patient cannot safely take oral sugar. The kit is compact, with clear directions for caregivers. It complements continuous glucose monitoring and insulin therapy by providing a backstop for severe lows.

Buying from Canada may reduce the glucagon injection kit price significantly. Many patients see 60–80% savings compared with typical US prices. This can help when budgeting for a glucagon injection kit without insurance or when purchasing more than one kit for different locations.

Reorder reminders can help you replace an expiring kit in time. Multi-month orders or bulk promotions can lower the per-month cost. For deals, see our glucagon kit coupon page.

Side Effects and Safety

• Nausea and vomiting
• Headache or dizziness
• Fast heartbeat or palpitations
• Injection site pain or redness
• Temporary increase in blood pressure

Serious reactions are rare but can include allergic reactions. People with pheochromocytoma may have marked blood pressure changes. In insulinoma, glucagon may cause recurrent hypoglycemia after a brief rise in glucose. Tell the medical team about adrenal insufficiency, starvation, chronic alcoholism, or hepatic disease, as these can reduce efficacy. When used with insulin or sulfonylureas, recurrent lows can occur later; ongoing monitoring and professional guidance are important.

Onset Time

Glucagon usually begins to raise blood glucose within 10–15 minutes of injection. Most patients show clinical improvement over 10–20 minutes as the liver releases stored glucose. If there is no response after 15 minutes, a second dose may be considered while arranging emergency care. Recovery times vary with liver glycogen stores, recent insulin dosing, and illness.

Compare With Alternatives

Intranasal glucagon offers needle-free delivery. Baqsimi® Nasal Powder is sprayed into one nostril during an emergency and can be easier for untrained bystanders. Some caregivers prefer it for public settings or schools.

Liquid, ready-to-use autoinjectors are another option. Products in this class remove the need to mix powder and diluent. They may cost more than a generic glucagon injection but can simplify training.

Glucose (dextrose) IV is used in hospitals for rapid effect. For community use, glucagon vs dextrose comes down to access. Glucagon kits are designed for lay rescue when IV access is not available.

Combination Therapy

• With insulin regimens: keep a kit available to manage severe lows; healthcare providers may adjust insulin to reduce future events.
• With sulfonylureas: risk of prolonged hypoglycemia may persist; follow professional guidance after rescue.
• With CGM/alarms: use alerts to detect trends early and reduce emergencies.
• With IV dextrose: clinicians may use dextrose first-line when IV access is available.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

This kit is intended for people at risk of severe hypoglycemia, especially those on insulin or certain oral agents. It is not for routine correction of mild lows. Contraindications include pheochromocytoma and known hypersensitivity to glucagon or excipients. Caution is advised with insulinoma and glucagonoma.

Caregivers should receive training and review the instruction insert. Consider keeping more than one kit if you manage lows in multiple settings. Families often place one kit at home and one at work or school. Replacement is needed at expiry or after use.

To manage the glucagon injection kit cost, consider ordering a multi-month supply. Per-unit pricing may be lower when buying two kits. You can set simple reorder reminders in your account so an expiring kit is replaced on time. This helps when seeking a glucagon injection kit no insurance option.

If you searched for a glucagon injection kit near me, YouDrugstore ships across the US with careful packaging and clear labeling.

Authoritative Sources

FDA Prescribing Information for Glucagon

Health Canada Drug Product Database: Glucagon

Novo Nordisk GlucaGen HypoKit product page

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This content is educational and does not replace advice from your healthcare professional.