Baqsimi® Nasal Powder for Severe Hypoglycemia

Baqsimi® Nasal Powder is a prescription glucagon powder given into the nose for severe low blood sugar. It treats emergencies when a person cannot eat or drink. This page explains how it works, how to use it, storage basics, and how to access Canadian pricing with US delivery from Canada, including options if paying without insurance.

What Baqsimi Is and How It Works

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This medicine contains glucagon, a human hormone that raises blood sugar. It signals the liver to release stored glucose and helps restore levels during a severe drop. Glucagon nasal powder enters through the nasal lining and does not require inhalation. A caregiver can give it even if the person is not responsive.

The treatment is single use. Each device delivers a fixed amount into one nostril. After use, the person should receive fast‑acting carbohydrates as soon as they can safely swallow. Emergency medical help is typically recommended after any severe episode.

Who It’s For

Glucagon nasal is indicated to treat severe hypoglycemia in adults and children aged 4 years and older who have diabetes. It is intended for situations when the person cannot take oral carbohydrate safely. People with a history of Severe Hypoglycemia or those using insulin or sulfonylureas often keep a rescue dose available. See background on Diabetes for context on low blood sugar risks.

Do not use in patients with pheochromocytoma or insulinoma. Avoid it if there is a known hypersensitivity to glucagon or device components. Response may be reduced with prolonged fasting, adrenal insufficiency, or chronic malnutrition.

Dosage and Usage

Baqsimi administration follows a straightforward, single‑use sequence suitable for caregivers. Remove the device from its protective tube just before use. Insert the tip gently into one nostril and press the plunger fully until it clicks. Normal breathing is fine; the person does not need to inhale.

Once the dose is given, place the person on their side to reduce the risk of aspiration if vomiting occurs. When the person can safely swallow, give fast‑acting carbohydrates as directed by a prescriber. Seek emergency medical help after a severe episode. If your household uses an injectable option, this training resource may help: How To Use Glucagon Injection.

Strengths and Forms

The approved strength is Baqsimi nasal glucagon 3 mg delivered as a single dose. It is supplied as a ready‑to‑use device in a moisture‑protective tube.

• Single‑use nasal device with a premeasured dose
• Available as single pack or two‑pack, depending on availability
• Protective container helps keep powder dry until use

Availability may vary by pharmacy and pack size.

Missed Dose and Timing

This is an emergency‑use product, not a scheduled medicine. If there is little or no response after the first dose, a second dose may be given with a new device according to the label and prescriber guidance. Call emergency services right away after a severe episode. Provide oral carbohydrates when the person is able to swallow safely.

Storage and Travel Basics

Keep the device at room temperature and in its shrink‑wrapped protective tube until use. Protect it from moisture. Do not open the tube early or test the device. Avoid excessive heat, cold, and humidity during storage or travel. Keep out of reach of children. Check the expiry date regularly and replace before it expires.

When traveling, carry the device in your hand luggage, not a checked bag. Keep it with your diabetes supplies and an emergency plan. Consider bringing an extra device in case one is used or damaged. Carry a copy of your prescription or a travel letter to ease security screening if needed.

Benefits

• Needle‑free option useful when injections are difficult
• Single, fixed dose designed for quick caregiver use
• No mixing steps; device is ready when removed from the tube
• Can be given without active inhalation by the patient
• Portable and discreet; suitable for school, work, or travel
• Room‑temperature storage in a protective container

Side Effects and Safety

• Nausea or vomiting
• Headache
• Nasal discomfort or congestion
• Watery eyes or eye irritation
• Throat irritation

Serious reactions are uncommon but can include hypersensitivity. People with pheochromocytoma may experience a marked rise in blood pressure. Those with insulinoma can have recurrent low blood sugar shortly after dosing. If the person does not improve, emergency dextrose may be required. Seek medical care immediately after rescue use.

Drug Interactions and Cautions

Beta‑blockers may increase heart rate and blood pressure responses to glucagon. Indomethacin can reduce its glucose‑raising effect. Warfarin’s anticoagulant effect may be increased. Use care in people with depleted glycogen stores, such as those with prolonged fasting, adrenal insufficiency, or chronic malnutrition. Follow the official label and your prescriber’s guidance for all interaction and safety considerations.

What to Expect Over Time

Caregivers should be prepared to act during a severe low. This medicine may raise blood glucose and help the person recover awareness. Afterward, oral carbohydrates are usually needed to maintain levels. Review your emergency plan regularly with your prescriber. Replace any used or expired devices promptly and consider keeping a spare.

Compare With Alternatives

Traditional emergency options include reconstituted glucagon for injection and ready‑to‑use formulations. Some households prefer an injectable kit that a caregiver can mix and give when needed. We offer a stocked option: Glucagon Injection Kit With Diluent. To browse additional rescue options and related supplies, see our Hypoglycemia category.

Pricing and Access

Check the Baqsimi nasal powder price to compare options and pack sizes. We list current pricing transparently and support US delivery from Canada. For comparison shopping, you may also review the glucagon nasal powder price and other rescue options in the same class.

See any current site offers on our Promotions page. Payment details are processed through encrypted checkout. To explore more medication classes, visit Diabetes or review severe low‑sugar use cases under Severe Hypoglycemia.

Availability and Substitutions

Supply can vary by pack size and season. If this item is temporarily unavailable, a prescriber may suggest an alternative rescue product. Pharmacists may also discuss emergency glucagon injectables if appropriate. Follow your prescriber’s plan and carry the product type you are trained to use.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

This therapy may suit adults and children aged 4 years and older who use insulin or have a history of severe lows. It is not appropriate for people with pheochromocytoma, insulinoma, or known glucagon hypersensitivity. Effectiveness may be limited in people with low glycogen stores.

• Keep a spare device for home, school, or travel
• Consider multi‑pack options to reduce per‑unit costs
• Use refill reminders to replace before expiry
• Store properly to avoid waste from moisture exposure
• Review your emergency plan with your prescriber annually

Questions to Ask Your Clinician

• Who should be trained as a caregiver for this rescue device?
• What steps should be taken after a dose is given?
• When is a second device appropriate if there is no response?
• How should this medicine be stored at home and during travel?
• Are there interactions with my current diabetes regimen?
• What signs suggest I need emergency dextrose instead?
• Which rescue option fits my household’s skills and preferences?

Authoritative Sources

Manufacturer Website

FDA DailyMed

Health Canada DPD

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