Which of the following is administered in emergencies when diabetic patients have received too much insulin?

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Glucagon is administered in emergencies when diabetic patients have received too much insulin. Glucagon helps to raise blood sugar levels by stimulating the liver to release stored glucose into the bloodstream. Insulin would only lower blood sugar levels further, glycogen is a stored form of glucose in the liver and muscles, not a medication, and adrenaline is not typically used in the treatment of insulin overdose.

Which of the Following Is Administered in Emergencies When Diabetic