Baqsimi and Flumadine

• Generic Name: glucagon
• Dosage Forms: nasal powder
• Other Brand Names: Baqsimi, Glucagen, GlucaGen HypoKit, Glucagon Emergency Kit for Low Blood Sugar, Gvoke HypoPen, Gvoke PFS

Baqsimi (glucagon) 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 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: rimantadine
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Flumadine

Flumadine is an antiviral medicine used to treat or prevent influenza A in people who are at least 17 years old. This medicine is also used to prevent influenza A in children ages 1 to 16 years old.

Flumadine may not be effective during every flu season because certain strains of the virus may be resistant to Flumadine. This medicine should not be used in place of getting a yearly flu shot. The Centers for Disease Control recommends an annual flu shot to help protect you each year from new strains of influenza virus.

Flumadine may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.