Treatment of Hypoglycaemia

Glucogel is a thick glucose gel, which is easily absorbed through the buccal mucosa. It is indicated in confused or drowsy patients. Glucogel should only be given to patients who are able to swallow. Do not administer to patient if unconscious. Give 1.5 to 2 tubes of Glucogel, squeezed into mouth between teeth and gums.

Severe hypoglycaemia in adults, adolescents, and children aged 2years and over with diabetes mellitus.

The initiating prescriber is responsible for counselling the patient around appropriate use