Why is GlucaGen (glucagon) used during gastrointestinal examinations in adults?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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GlucaGen (glucagon) is used during gastrointestinal examinations in adults to inhibit gastrointestinal motility.

GlucaGen Hypokit 1 mgNovo Nordisk Limited · emc · SmPC §4.1 Therapeutic Indications · Version 13Document updated 20 January 2023

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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GlucaGen (glucagon) is used during gastrointestinal examinations in adults to inhibit gastrointestinal motility.

GlucaGen Hypokit 1 mgNovo Nordisk Limited · emc · SmPC §4.1 Therapeutic Indications · Version 13Document updated 20 January 2023

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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