What Causes High Glucagon

The most common cause of hyperglucagonemia is an absence or deficiency of the restraining influence of insulin on glucagon production. Although rare, hyperglucagonemia can be caused by an autonomous secretion of glucagon by a tumor of pancreatic alpha cells (glucagonoma syndrome).

What happens if glucagon is too low?

That’s the fuel your muscles and organs use to work and stay healthy. Glucagon helps your liver break down the food you eat to make glucose. If your blood sugar drops too low, you can get hypoglycemia. This can make you feel dizzy or sluggish or even pass out.

What are the side effects of glucagon?

• nausea.
• vomiting.
• rash.
• low blood pressure (hypotension)
• fast heart rate.
• increased blood pressure.
• increased pulse.
• respiratory distress.