Glucagon
Glucagon
29 Amino Acids · MW: 3482.75
Amino Acids
29
Molecular Weight
3482.75
Half-life
5-10 min
Research Score
4.5
Studies
93
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C
What is Glucagon?
An endogenous pancreatic peptide hormone used as rescue therapy for severe hypoglycemia. It rapidly increases blood glucose by stimulating hepatic glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis.
Key Benefits & Mechanisms
rapid hypoglycemia reversal
raises plasma glucose
useful in emergency rescue
Research Summary
Clinical and emergency medicine use is well established for severe hypoglycemia, with newer stable formulations improving ease of administration.
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