SPL Set ID: a0845f53-edad-e28f-e053-2995a90a31cf

Glucagon is an antihypoglycemic agent and a gastrointestinal motility inhibitor. It is produced by solid phase peptide synthesis. The chemical structure of the glucagon is identical to human glucagon. Glucagon is a single-chain polypeptide containing 29 amino acid residues. The structure of glucagon is: Glucagon for Injection is a sterile, lyophilized white powder in a 3 mL vial for subcutaneous, intramuscular or intravenous use. The reconstituted solution contains glucagon as hydrochloride 1 mg per mL and lactose monohydrate (107 mg). Glucagon for Injection is supplied at pH 2.5 to 3.5 and is soluble in water. DESCRIPTION