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Medicines glucagonQuestion & answer

glucagon · Medicine question

Does the emergency kit need mixing before use?

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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Answer

Yes. Transfer the syringe's solvent into the vial containing glucagon powder and mix according to the pack instructions.

Sources for this answer

GlucaGen Hypokit 1 mgemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 13

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