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ID11405
Therapeutic IDTh1247
Protein NameGlucagon
Sequence>Th1247_Glucagon HSQGTFTSDYSKYLDSRRAQDFVQWLMNT
Molecular Weight3767.1
Chemical FormulaC165H249N49O51S1
Isoelectric Point7.1
HydrophobicityNA
Melting pointNA
Half-lifeThe half life of glucagon is 26 minutes for an intramuscular dose.[L7634] The half life of glucagon nasal powder is approximately 35 minutes.[L7643] The half life of glucagon by a subcutaneous auto-injector or pre-filled syringe is 32 minutes.[L8519]
DescriptionGlucagon is a 29 amino acid hormone used as a diagnostic aid in radiologic exams to temporarily inhibit the movement of the gastrointestinal tract and to treat severe hypoglycemia.[L7634,L7637,L7640,L7643,L8519] Glucagon raises blood sugar through activation of hepatic glucagon receptors, stimulating glycogenolysis and the release of glucose.[L7640,L7643] Glucagon was granted FDA approval on 14 November 1960.[L7631]
Indication/DiseaseGlucagon is indicated as a diagnostic aid in radiologic exams to temporarily inhibit the movement of the gastrointestinal tract and to treat severe hypoglycemia.[L7634,L7637,L7640,L7643,L8519]
PharmacodynamicsGlucagon is indicated as a diagnostic aid in radiologic exams to temporarily inhibit the movement of the gastrointestinal tract and severe hypoglycemia.[A19402,L7634,L7637,L7640,L7643,L8519] Glucagon raises blood sugar through activation of hepatic glucagon receptors, stimulating glycogenolysis and the release of glucose.[L7640,L7643] Glucagon has a short duration of action.[L7634,L7637,L7640,L7643] Glucagon may cause hyperglycemia in diabetic patients.[L7634,L7637,L7640,L7643]
Mechanism of ActionGlucagon binds to the glucagon receptor activating Gsa and Gq.[A19402] This activation activates adenylate cyclase, which increases intracellular cyclic AMP and activates protein kinase A.[A19402] Activating Gq activates phospholipase C, increases production of inositol 1,4,5-triphosphate, and releases intracellular calcium.[A19402] Protein kinase A phosphorylates glycogen phosphorylase kinase, which phosphorylates glycogen phosphorylase, which phosphorylates glycogen, causing its breakdown.[A19402] Glucagon also relaxes smooth muscle of the stomach, duodenum, small bowel, and colon.[L7634,L7643]
ToxicityPatients experiencing an overdose may present with nausea, vomiting, inhibition of GI tract motility, increased blood pressure and heart rate, and decreased serum potassium.[L7634,L7637,L7640,L7643] Phentolamine may be given to control blood pressure.[L7634,L7637,L7640,L7643] Treatment of glucagon overdose is largely symptomatic for nausea, vomiting, and hypokalemia.[L7637] The LD50 for intravenous glucagon in mice is 300mg/kg and in rats is 38.6mg/kg.[L7637]
MetabolismGlucagon is a protein and so it is metabolized into smaller polypeptides and amino acids in the liver, kidney, and plasma.[L7634,L7643]
AbsorptionA 1mg intravenous dose of glucagon reaches a Cmax of 7.9ng/mL with a Tmax of 20 minutes.[L7637] An intramuscular dose reaches a Cmax of 6.9ng/mL with a Tmax of 13 minutes.[L7637] A 3mg dose of glucagon nasal powder reaches a Cmax of 6130pg/mL with a Tmax of 15 minutes.[L7643]
The volume of distribution of glucagon is 0.25L/kg.[L7637] The apparent volume of distribution is 885L.[L7643]
ClearanceA 1mg intravenous dose of glucagon has a clearance of 13.5mL/min/kg.[L7637]
CategoriesAmino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins
Patents Number10213487
Date of Issue26-02-2019
Date of Expiry16-02-2036
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TargetGlucagon receptor,Glucagon-like peptide 2 receptor,Glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor
Brand NameBaqsimi
CompanyEli Lilly and Company
Brand DescriptionEli Lilly and Company
Prescribed ForNasal
Chemical Name3 mg/1
FormulationBAQSIMI is contraindicated in patients with:Pheochromocytoma because of the risk of substantial increase in blood pressure [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS]Insulinoma because of the risk of hypoglycemia [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS]Known hypersensitivity to glucagon or to any of the excipients in BAQSIMI. Allergic reactions have been reported with glucagon and include anaphylactic shock with breathing difficulties and hypotension [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS]
Physical Appearance nausea, vomiting, headache, upper respiratory tract irritation (i.e., runny nose, nasal discomfort, nasal congestion, cough, and nosebleed), watery eyes, eye redness, sneezing, and itchy nose, throat, and eyes
Route of AdministrationBaqsimi is a hormone that increases blood sugar levels. It also slows involuntary muscle movements of the stomach and intestines that aid in digestion. Baqsimi Nasal Powder is a prescription medicine used to treat severe hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) in adult and children at least 4 years old. Baqsimi...
Recommended DosageBAQSIMI™ is indicated for the treatment of severe hypoglycemia in adult and pediatric patients with diabetes ages 4 years and above.
Contraindication(3S)-3-[[(2S)-5-amino-2-[[(2S)-2-[[(2S)-2-[[(2S)-2-[[(2S)-2-[[(2S)-2-[[(2S)-2-[[(2S)-2-[[(2S)-6-amino-2-[[(2S)-2-[[(2S)-2-[[(2S)-2-[[(2S)-2-[[(2S,3R)-2-[[(2S)-2-[[(2S,3R)-2-[[2-[[(2S)-5-amino-2-[[(2S)-2-[[(2S)-2-amino-3-(1H-imidazol-5-yl)propanoyl]amino]-3-hydroxypropanoyl]amino]-5-oxopentanoyl]amino]acetyl]amino]-3-hydroxybutanoyl]amino]-3-phenylpropanoyl]amino]-3-hydroxybutanoyl]amino]-3-hydroxypropanoyl]amino]-3-carboxypropanoyl]amino]-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)propanoyl]amino]-3-hydroxypropanoyl]amino]hexanoyl]amino]-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)propanoyl]amino]-4-methylpentanoyl]amino]-3-carboxypropanoyl]amino]-3-hydroxypropanoyl]amino]-5-carbamimidamidopentanoyl]amino]-5-carbamimidamidopentanoyl]amino]propanoyl]amino]-5-oxopentanoyl]amino]-4-[[(2S)-1-[[(2S)-1-[[(2S)-5-amino-1-[[(2S)-1-[[(2S)-1-[[(2S)-1-[[(2S)-4-amino-1-[[(1S,2R)-1-carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl]amino]-1,4-dioxobutan-2-yl]amino]-4-methylsulfanyl-1-oxobutan-2-yl]amino]-4-methyl-1-oxopentan-2-yl]amino]-3-(1H-indol-3-yl)-1-oxopropan-2-yl]amino]-1,5-dioxopentan-2-yl]amino]-3-methyl-1-oxobutan-2-yl]amino]-1-oxo-3-phenylpropan-2-yl]amino]-4-oxobutanoic acid
Side EffectsIts molecular formula is C153H225N43O49S, with the following molecular structure:
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