Baqsimi and Tranylcypromine

• 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: tranylcypromine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Parnate

Tranylcypromine is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) that works by increasing the levels of certain chemicals in the brain.

Tranylcypromine is used to treat major depressive episodes in adults when other medicines have not been effective.

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