What is Zegalogue (dasiglucagon)
Buy Zegalogue (dasiglucagon). Zegalogue (dasiglucagon) is a rescue treatment for severe hypoglycemia. It’s for adults and children with diabetes aged 6 and up.
It comes as an auto-injector or prefilled syringe. Each has 06mg/0.6mL dasiglucagon.
How does Zegalogue (dasiglucagon) work?
Severe hypoglycemia means blood sugar is too low for the brain. This can cause confusion, unresponsiveness, or seizures. Zegalogue raises blood glucose quickly.
The active ingredient, dasiglucagon, is a glucagon receptor agonist. It works by breaking down glycogen. This releases sugar from the liver into the blood.
Where has Zegalogue (dasiglucagon) been approved?
Zegalogue (dasiglucagon) is approved for treating severe hypoglycemia in diabetics. It was approved by:
- The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), USA on March 22, 2021.
This medicine might also be approved in other places. If you have questions, contact our support team.
How is Zegalogue (dasiglucagon) taken?
The standard dosage is:
- 0.6 mg given by injection under the skin (subcutaneous)
Inject in the lower abdomen, buttocks, thigh, or outer upper arm.
If no response after 15 minutes, another dose may be given.
Call for emergency medical help or a healthcare provider right away after injecting Zegalogue (dasiglucagon).
Zegalogue (dasiglucagon) can affect other medicines and vice versa. Tell your doctor about all medicines you take.
You should not receive Zegalogue (dasiglucagon) if you:
- Have a tumor called pheochromocytoma in the gland on top of your kidneys (adrenal gland)
- Have a tumor in your pancreas
For full information on dosage and administration, see the official prescribing information.1
Note: Please consult with your treating doctor for personalized dosing.
Are there any known adverse reactions or side effects of Zegalogue (dasiglucagon)?
Common adverse reactions
The most common side effects include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Injection site pain
Serious adverse reactions
The serious side effects include:
- Worsening of hypoglycemia
- Allergic reactions
Use in a specific population
There’s no data on Zegalogue (dasiglucagon) and fetal health. Untreated hypoglycemia in pregnancy can be dangerous.
Tell your doctor about all your medical conditions before starting treatment.
For a full list of side effects and adverse reactions, see the official prescribing information.