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Glucose Elevating Agents
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GlucaGen (glucagon)
Glucagon is a peptide hormone, produced by alpha cells of the pancreas. It works to raise the concentration of glucose and fat in the bloodstream, and is considered to be the main catabolic hormone of the body. It is also used as a medication to treat a number of health conditions. Its effect is opposite to that of insulin, which lowers the extracellular glucose... Wikipedia
Manufacturer's Website: Not Available Average retail cost: $371/kit
Proglycem (diazoxide)
Diazoxide (INN; brand name Proglycem) is a potassium channel activator, which causes local relaxation in smooth muscle by increasing membrane permeability to potassium ions. This switches off voltage-gated calcium ion channels, preventing calcium flux across the sarcolemma and activation of the contractile apparatus. In the United States, this agent is only available in the oral form and is typically given in hospital settings...Wikipedia
Manufacturer's Website: Not Available Average retail cost: $539/bottle