FDA Approves First Generic of Glucagon - Drug Information Update

If your email program has trouble displaying this email, view it as a web page. FDA Approves First Generic of Drug Used to Treat Severe Hypoglycemia The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first generic of glucagon for injection USP, 1 mg/vial packaged in an emergency kit, for the treatment of severe hypoglycemia (very low blood sugar), which may occur in patients with diabetes mellitus. The drug is also indicated as a diagnostic aid in the radiologic examination of the stomach, duodenum (the first part of the small intestine beyond the stomach), small bowel and colon when diminished intestinal motility (reduced ability to move) would be advantageous. The generic glucagon for injection is a synthetic version of human glucagon. Glucagon is a hormone that causes the liver to quickly increase blood sugar levels. This hormone also slows down movement of the gastrointestinal tract. The most common side effects associated with glucagon for injection are nausea and vomiting, a temporary increase in heart rate, as well as redness and swelling of the injection site. Learn More This is an automated message delivery system. Replying to this message will not reach DDI staff. If you have comments or questions, please contact us at: 1-888-INFO- FDA (1-888-463-6332) or 301-796-3400 from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm ET Monday - Friday. You can also email us at: druginfo@fda.hhs.gov. Stay Connected with U.S. Food and Drug Administration:         SUBSCRIBER SERVICES: Manage Subscriptions  |  Unsubscribe All  |  Help

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