GlucaGen Diagnostic and Guanadrel

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

• It is used to quiet the GI (gastrointestinal) tract so it may be x-rayed.
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

• Generic Name: guanadrel
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

Guanadrel belongs to the general class of medicines called antihypertensives. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

High blood pressure adds to the work load of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. This can damage the blood vessels of the brain, heart, and kidneys resulting in a stroke, heart failure, or kidney failure. High blood pressure may also increase the risk of heart attacks. These problems may be less likely to occur if blood pressure is controlled.

Guanadrel works by controlling nerve impulses along certain nerve pathways. As a result, it relaxes the blood vessels so that blood passes through them more easily. This helps to lower blood pressure.

Guanadrel is available only with your doctor's prescription.