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GlucaGen® HypoKit®: What is Hypoglycemia

Hypoglycemia is a low level of glucose in the blood, a condition that people with diabetes need to be prepared to treat.^,

Your blood glucose level can get too low if you:^,

• Take too much insulin
• Wait too long to eat after taking insulin
• Do not eat enough food
• Are more active than usual
• Drink alcohol

Although hypoglycemia can happen suddenly, in most cases hypoglycemia is mild and you will recognize the symptoms of hypoglycemia in time to take action.^,

But if appropriate action is not taken, or if you are unaware you are having a mild hypoglycemic event, the situation can turn dangerous quickly. Mild hypoglycemia that is not treated can rapidly become severe hypoglycemia. If this happens, you may pass out and need someone to give you a prescription medication such as Novo Nordisk’s GlucaGen® HypoKit® to raise your blood glucose level.^,

Your Part in Treating Hypoglycemia
If you are experiencing hypoglycemia several times a week, call your healthcare provider. You and your healthcare provider may need to modify your diabetes care plan.