Insta-Glucose

GENERIC NAME: GLUCOSE (GLOO-kose)

COMMON USES: This medicine is a monosaccharide used to treat low blood sugar or insulin reactions.

HOW TO USE THIS MEDICINE: Use this medicine exactly as directed on the package, unless instructed differently by your doctor. SWALLOW THIS MEDICINE immediately. If your reaction continues, you may repeat the dose in 10 minutes. Also you may repeat the dose as needed for additional insulin reaction episodes that may occur with longer acting insulin. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat and light.

CAUTIONS: IF YOUR SYMPTOMS DO NOT IMPROVE within 20 minutes or if they become worse, check with your doctor. Notify your doctor about low blood sugar or insulin reaction episodes. DO NOT GIVE THIS MEDICINE to anyone who is unconscious.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS: NO COMMON SIDE EFFECTS HAVE BEEN REPORTED with the proper use of this medicine. If you notice any unusual effects, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your healthcare provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

BEFORE USING THIS MEDICINE: INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.

OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: CHECK THE EXPIRATION DATE on this medicine regularly. Replace it so you always have a non-expired product available. DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.

The information in this monograph is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions, or adverse effects. This information is generalized and is not intended as specific medical advice. If you have questions about the medicines you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.