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Who does the ADA say should have glucagon prescribed?

Everyone taking insulin or at high risk for lows.

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  1. Only people with type 1 diabetes
  2. Only people with a past Level 3 low
  3. Everyone taking insulin or at high risk for lows ✔

Why: ADA's 2026 Standards say glucagon should be prescribed for all people taking insulin or at high risk for hypoglycemia. Your care team can show you and your family how it's used.

Huh, didn't know that: CDC says a glucagon kit is available by prescription.

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References

Answer: Everyone taking insulin or at high risk for lows. ADA's 2026 Standards say glucagon should be prescribed for all people taking insulin or at high risk for hypoglycemia. Your care team can show you and your family how it's used.

  1. ADA Standards of Care in Diabetes 2026, Section 6: Glycemic Goals, Hypoglycemia, and Hyperglycemic Crises pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12690178
    Glucagon should be prescribed for all individuals taking insulin or at high risk for hypoglycemia.
    Checked 2026-10-09.
  2. CDC: Treatment of Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia) www.cdc.gov/diabetes/treatment/treatment-low-blood-sugar-hypoglycemia.html
    A glucagon kit is available by prescription.
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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