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Gvoke HypoPen

glucagon injection, solution · Injection, Solution

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Overview

Brand name
Gvoke HypoPen 1 mg Auto-Injector
Generic name
glucagon injection, solution
Dosage form
Injection, Solution
Route
Subcutaneous
Marketing category
NDA · NDA
Labeler
Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
2
NDC product codes
2
Packages
4
Data completeness
76% of corroborating sources present

Active ingredients

Source: NDC Directory
Active ingredients and strengths as listed in the NDC Directory.
Ingredient Strength RxCUI Monograph
Glucagon .5 mg/.1mL 2199299 View
Glucagon 1 mg/.2mL 2199299 View

Forms, strengths and routes

Source: NDC Directory
Dosage form
Injection, Solution
Route of administration
Subcutaneous
Presentations
6

Pharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.

Pharmacologic class

Source: NDC Directory
Established pharmacologic classes (EPC), mechanisms of action (MoA), chemical structures (CS) and physiologic effects (PE).
Class Type Browse
Antihypoglycemic Agent [EPC] EPC 3 members — no class page
Decreased GI Motility [PE] PE 2 members — no class page
Decreased GI Smooth Muscle Tone [PE] PE 2 members — no class page
Decreased Glycolysis [PE] PE 2 members — no class page
Gastrointestinal Motility Inhibitor [EPC] EPC 2 members — no class page
Increased Gluconeogenesis [PE] PE 2 members — no class page
Increased Glycogenolysis [PE] PE 3 members — no class page

Regulatory status

Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory
Application number
212097
Application type
NDA · New Drug Application
Approval date
September 10, 2019
Sponsor
XERIS
Products on application
6
Submissions recorded
6
Products approved under application 212097.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
212097-001 GVOKE PFS SOLUTION GLUCAGON Discontinued — RLD
212097-002 GVOKE PFS SOLUTION GLUCAGON Prescription — RLD RS
212097-003 GVOKE HYPOPEN SOLUTION GLUCAGON Prescription — RLD RS
212097-004 GVOKE HYPOPEN SOLUTION GLUCAGON Prescription — RLD RS
212097-005 GVOKE KIT SOLUTION GLUCAGON Prescription — RLD RS
212097-006 GVOKE VIALDX SOLUTION GLUCAGON Discontinued — RLD

Therapeutic equivalence

Source: Orange Book
TE code
—
Reference Listed Drug
Yes
Reference Standard
Yes

Codes beginning with “A” indicate products the FDA considers therapeutically equivalent. Codes beginning with “B” indicate bioequivalence has not been established. See methodology.

Patents and exclusivity

Source: Orange Book
Patent listings submitted under 21 U.S.C. 355(b)(1) and (c)(2).
Patent Expires Product Substance Use code Submitted
9649364 April 22, 2036 001 No U-2742 February 21, 2020
11590205 April 22, 2036 001 No U-2742 March 17, 2023
9649364 April 22, 2036 002 No U-2742 February 21, 2020
11590205 April 22, 2036 002 No U-2742 March 17, 2023
9649364 April 22, 2036 003 No U-2742 February 21, 2020
11590205 April 22, 2036 003 No U-2742 March 17, 2023
9649364 April 22, 2036 004 No U-2742 February 21, 2020
11590205 April 22, 2036 004 No U-2742 March 17, 2023
11590205 April 22, 2036 005 No U-2742 March 17, 2023

Approval history

Source: Drugs@FDA
Most recent submissions on application 212097.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Supplement 12 Efficacy Approved March 14, 2025 Standard
Supplement 13 Labeling Approved December 22, 2023 Standard
Supplement 7 Labeling Approved August 20, 2021 Standard
Supplement 8 Labeling Approved July 15, 2021 Standard
Supplement 1 Labeling Approved April 7, 2020 Standard
Original application 1 Type 3 - New Dosage Form Approved September 10, 2019 Standard

Review documents

  • 0 · Supplement · March 18, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · March 18, 2025
  • 0 · Supplement · January 2, 2024
  • 0 · Supplement · December 27, 2023
  • 0 · Supplement · August 24, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · August 22, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · July 20, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · July 19, 2021
  • 0 · Supplement · April 8, 2020
  • 0 · Original application · February 21, 2020
  • 0 · Original application · December 18, 2019
  • 0 · Original application · September 11, 2019
  • 0 · Original application · January 1, 1900
  • 0 · Original application · January 1, 1900
  • 0 · Original application · January 1, 1900
  • 0 · Original application · January 1, 1900

Prescribing information

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Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20251223). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20251223

Recent Major Changes

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Indications and Usage ( 1.1 , 1.2 ) Dosage and Administration ( 2.1 , 2.2 ) Contraindications ( 4 ) Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 , 5.7 , 5.8 ) 03/2025

Indications and Usage

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1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE GVOKE is an antihypoglycemic agent indicated for subcutaneous use for the treatment of severe hypoglycemia in adult and pediatric patients aged two years and older with diabetes ( 1.1 ) GVOKE VialDx is a gastrointestinal motility inhibitor indicated for intravenous use as a diagnostic aid during radiologic examinations to temporarily inhibit movement of the gastrointestinal tract in adult patients ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Severe Hypoglycemia in Adult and Pediatric Patients Aged 2 Years and Older with Diabetes GVOKE is indicated for subcutaneous use for the treatment of severe hypoglycemia in adult and pediatric patients aged two and older with diabetes. 1.2 Diagnostic Aid in Adults GVOKE VialDx is indicated for intravenous use as a diagnostic aid during radiologic examinations to temporarily inhibit movement of the gastrointestinal tract in adult patients.

Dosage and Administration

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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Dosage and Administration of GVOKE for Subcutaneous Use to Treat Severe Hypoglycemia in Adult and Pediatric Patients Aged 2 Years and Older with Diabetes ( 2.1 ) Important Administration Instructions Administer GVOKE HypoPen, GVOKE PFS, or GVOKE Kit subcutaneously. These three presentations are referred to as GVOKE in this labeling Administer GVOKE according to the printed instructions on the foil pouch label, carton, or the Instructions for Use. Visually inspect GVOKE prior to administration. The solution should appear clear and colorless to pale yellow. Administer GVOKE subcutaneously in the lower abdomen, outer thigh, or outer upper arm. Call for emergency assistance immediately after administering the dose. If there has been no response after 15 minutes, may administer an additional dose from a new HypoPen, GVOKE PFS, or GVOKE Kit while waiting for emergency assistance. When the patient has responded to GVOKE, give oral carbohydrates. Do not attempt to reuse GVOKE. Each GVOKE device or vial contains a single dose of glucagon. Do not reuse and discard any unused portion. Recommended Dosage Recommended dose for adult and pediatric patients aged 12 years of age and older is 1 mg. Recommended dose for adult and pediatric patients aged 12 years of age and older is 1 mg. The recommended dose for pediatric patients aged 2 to less than 12 years of age who weigh: Less than 45 kg, is 0.5 mg 45 kg or greater, is 1 mg Dosage and Administration of GVOKE VialDx for Intravenous Use as a Diagnostic Aid in Adults ( 2.2 ) GVOKE VialDx is only for intravenous use under medical supervision. The recommended diagnostic dose for relaxation of the stomach, duodenal bulb, duodenum, and small bulb is 0.2 mg to 0.5 mg; the recommended dose to relax the colon is 0.5 mg to 0.75 mg. See the Full Prescribing Information for administration instructions for GVOKE VialDx. 2.1 Dosage and Administration of GVOKE for Subcutaneous Use to Treat Severe Hypoglycemia in Adult and Pediatric Patients Aged 2 Years and Older with Diabetes Important Administration Instructions To treat severe hypoglycemia in adult and pediatric patients aged 2 years and older with diabetes, administer GVOKE HypoPen, GVOKE PFS, or GVOKE Kit subcutaneously. These three presentations are only for subcutaneous use and are referred to as GVOKE in this labeling. For GVOKE HypoPen or GVOKE PFS: Do not open foil pouch until ready to administer. For GVOKE Kit: Store in original carton until ready to administer. Instruct patients and their caregivers on the signs and symptoms of severe hypoglycemia. Because severe hypoglycemia requires the help of others to recover, instruct the patient to inform those around them about GVOKE and its Instructions for Use. Administer GVOKE subcutaneously as soon as possible when severe hypoglycemia is recognized. Instruct the patient or caregiver to read the Instructions for Use at the time they receive a prescription for GVOKE. Visually inspect GVOKE prior to administration. The solution should be clear, colorless to pale yellow Withdraw the correct dose (see below for dosage recommendations). Administer subcutaneously in the lower abdomen, outer thigh, or outer upper arm, according to the printed instructions on the foil pouch label, carton, or the Instructions for Use. Call for emergency assistance immediately after administering the dose. If there has been no response after 15 minutes, an additional dose from a new GVOKE HypoPen, GVOKE PFS, or GVOKE Kit may be administered while waiting for emergency assistance. When the patient has responded to GVOKE, give oral carbohydrates to restore the liver glycogen and prevent recurrence of hypoglycemia. Each GVOKE HypoPen, GVOKE PFS, or GVOKE Kit product contains a single dose of glucagon. Do not reuse and discard any unused portion. Recommended Dosage in Adult and Pediatric Patients Aged 12 Years and Older to Treat Severe Hypoglycemia To treat severe hypoglycemia in patients 12 years of ag …

Dosage Forms and Strengths

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS GVOKE HypoPen, GVOKE PFS, GVOKE Kit (these three presentations are also referred to as GVOKE in this labeling) , and GVOKE VialDx are clear, colorless to pale yellow solutions. Subcutaneous Injection Injection: 0.5 mg/0.1 mL single-dose prefilled autoinjector (GVOKE HypoPen) Injection: 1 mg/0.2 mL single-dose prefilled autoinjector (GVOKE HypoPen) Injection: 1 mg/0.2 mL single-dose prefilled syringe (GVOKE PFS) Injection: 1 mg/0.2 mL single-dose vial and syringe kit (GVOKE Kit) Intravenous Injection: Injection: 1 mg/0.2 mL single-dose vial (GVOKE VialDx) Subcutaneous Injection: 0.5 mg/0.1 mL single-dose prefilled autoinjector (GVOKE HypoPen) ( 3 ) 1 mg/0.2 mL single-dose prefilled autoinjector (GVOKE HypoPen) ( 3 ) 1 mg/0.2 mL single-dose prefilled syringe (GVOKE PFS) ( 3 ) 1 mg/0.2 mL single-dose vial and syringe kit (GVOKE Kit)( 3 ) Intravenous Injection 1 mg/0.2 mL single-dose vial (GVOKE VialDx)( 3 )

Contraindications

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS GVOKE and GVOKE VialDx are contraindicated in patients with: Pheochromocytoma because of the risk of substantial increase in blood pressure [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] Insulinoma because of the risk of hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] Prior hypersensitivity reaction to glucagon or to any of the excipients in GVOKE or GVOKE VialDx. Serious hypersensitivity reactions have been reported with glucagon and include anaphylactic shock with breathing difficulties and hypotension [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.3 )] . GVOKE VialDx for use as a diagnostic aid is also contraindicated in patients with glucagonoma because of risk of hypoglycemia [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 )] Pheochromocytoma ( 4 ) Insulinoma ( 4 ) Prior hypersensitivity reaction to glucagon or to any of the excipients ( 4 ) Glucagonoma when used as a diagnostic aid ( 4 )

Warnings and Cautions

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Substantial Increase in Blood Pressure in Patients with Pheochromocytoma: Contraindicated in patients with pheochromocytoma because glucagon may stimulate the release of catecholamines from the tumor. ( 5.1 ) Hypoglycemia in Patients with Insulinoma: In patients with insulinoma, administration may produce an initial increase in blood glucose; however, glucagon may stimulate exaggerated insulin release from an insulinoma and cause hypoglycemia. If a patient develops symptoms of hypoglycemia after a dose of GVOKE or GVOKE VialDx, give glucose orally or intravenously. ( 5.2 ) Serious Hypersensitivity Reactions: Serious hypersensitivity reactions have been reported with glucagon products, including generalized rash, and in some cases anaphylactic shock with breathing difficulties, and hypotension.( 5.3 ) Lack of Efficacy with Subcutaneous Use for Severe Hypoglycemia in Patients with Decreased Hepatic Glycogen: Patients with insufficient hepatic stores of glycogen may not respond to GVOKE for subcutaneous use for the treatment of severe hypoglycemia. Insufficient hepatic stores of glycogen may be present in conditions such as states of starvation, or in patients with adrenal insufficiency or chronic hypoglycemia. ( 5.4 ) Necrolytic Migratory Erythema (NME): a skin rash, has been reported postmarketing following continuous glucagon infusion and resolved with discontinuation of the glucagon. GVOKE and GVOKE VialDx are not approved for continuous infusion. Should NME occur, consider whether the benefits of continuous glucagon infusion outweigh the risks. ( 5.5 ) Hyperglycemia with Intravenous Use as a Diagnostic Aid in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus: GVOKE VialDx in patients with diabetes mellitus may cause hyperglycemia. Monitor patients with diabetes for changes in blood glucose levels during treatment and treat hyperglycemia if indicated. ( 5.6 ) Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Increases with Intravenous Use as a Diagnostic Aid in Patients with Cardiac Disease: GVOKE VialDx may increase myocardial oxygen demand, blood pressure, and pulse rate. Cardiac monitoring is recommended in patients with cardiac disease during use of GVOKE VialDx as a diagnostic aid, and an increase in blood pressure and pulse rate may require therapy. ( 5.7 ) Hypoglycemia in Patients with Glucagonoma with Intravenous Use as a Diagnostic Aid: GVOKE VialDx administered to patients with glucagonoma may cause secondary hypoglycemia. Test patients suspected of having glucagonoma for blood levels of glucagon prior to treatment and monitor for changes in blood glucose levels during treatment. ( 5.8 ) 5.1 Substantial Increase in Blood Pressure in Patients with Pheochromocytoma GVOKE and GVOKE VialDx are contraindicated in patients with pheochromocytoma because glucagon may stimulate the release of catecholamines from the tumor [see Contraindications ( 4 )] . If the patient develops a substantial increase in blood pressure and a previously undiagnosed pheochromocytoma is suspected, 5 to 10 mg of phentolamine mesylate, administered intravenously, has been shown to be effective in lowering blood pressure. 5.2 Hypoglycemia in Patients with Insulinoma In patients with insulinoma, administration of glucagon may produce an initial increase in blood glucose; however, glucagon administration may directly or indirectly (through an initial rise in blood glucose) stimulate exaggerated insulin release from an insulinoma and cause hypoglycemia. GVOKE and GVOKE VialDx are contraindicated in patients with insulinoma [see Contraindications ( 4 )] . If a patient develops symptoms of hypoglycemia after a dose of GVOKE or GVOKE VialDx, give glucose orally or intravenously. 5.3 Serious Hypersensitivity Reactions Serious hypersensitivity reactions have been reported with glucagon products, including generalized rash, and in some cases anaphylactic shock with breathing difficulties and hypotension. Discontinue GVOKE or GVOKE VialDx if symptoms of serious hypersen …

Adverse Reactions

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6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described below and elsewhere in labeling: Substantial Increase in Blood Pressure in Patients with Pheochromocytoma [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 )] . Hypoglycemia in Patients with Insulinoma [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.2 )] . Serious Hypersensitivity Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)] Lack of Efficacy With Subcutaneous Use for Severe Hypoglycemia in Patients with Decreased Hepatic Glycogen [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Necrolytic Migratory Erythema [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] . Hyperglycemia with Intravenous Use as a Diagnostic Aid in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Increases with Intravenous Use as a Diagnostic Aid in Patients with Cardiac Disease [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )] Hypoglycemia in Patients with Glucagonoma with Intravenous Use as a Diagnostic Aid [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.8 )] Most common adverse reactions (incidence 2% or greater) reported for GVOKE were: Adults—nausea, vomiting, injection site edema raised 1 mm or greater, and headache ( 6.1 ) Pediatric Patients—nausea, hypoglycemia, vomiting, headache, abdominal pain, hyperglycemia, injection site discomfort and reaction, and urticaria ( 6.1 ) Most common adverse reactions (incidence 5 % or greater) reported for GVOKE VialDx were nausea, dysgeusia, headache, dizziness and hot flush ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. at toll-free 1-877-937-4737 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of GVOKE and GVOKE VialDx cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of other drugs and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. GVOKE for Subcutaneous Use for the Treatment of Severe Hypoglycemia in Adult and Pediatric Patients 2 Aged Years and Older with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Adverse Reactions in Adult Patients The safety of GVOKE for subcutaneous use for the treatment of severe hypoglycemia in adults with diabetes was evaluated in two randomized, blinded, 2-way crossover studies conducted in adults with type 1 diabetes mellitus. In total, 154 patients received a subcutaneous injection of GVOKE [see Clinical Studies ( 14.1 )] . The most common adverse reactions that occurred in 2% or more of adults treated with GVOKE during these two clinical trials are listed in Table 1. Table 1: Adverse Reactions that occurred ≥ 2% in Adult Patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Treated with GVOKE a a Adverse Reactions that occurred within 12 hours. GVOKE 1 mg dose (N = 154) Nausea 30% Vomiting 16% Injection site edema raised 1 mm or greater 7% Headache 5% Injection site pain was reported by 1% of GVOKE-treated patients. Hypertension and tachycardia have occurred with glucagon treatment. Adverse Reactions in Pediatric Patients Aged 2 Years and Older The safety of GVOKE for the treatment of severe hypoglycemia in patients with diabetes was evaluated in one single-arm, open-label, study in 31 pediatric patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus [see Clinical Studies ( 14.2 )] . The data in Table 2 reflect the exposure of 31 pediatric patients to 0.5 mg or 1 mg of GVOKE given subcutaneously. The most common adverse reactions that occurred in ≥2% of GVOKE-treated pediatric patients aged 2 years and older are listed in Table 2. Table 2: Adverse Reactions That Occurred ≥ 2% in GVOKE-treated Pediatric Patients Aged 2 Years and Older with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus a a Adverse Reactions that occurred within 12 hours. 2 to 6 years of age (0.5 mg dose) N =7 6 to 12 years of age (0.5 mg dose) N = 13 12 to 18 years of age (1 mg dose) N = 11 Total N = 31 Nausea 43% 54% 36% 45% Hypoglycemia 29% 54% 27% 39% Vomiting 14% 23% 18% 19% Headache 0% 15% 0% 7% Abdominal pain 0% 8% 0% 3% Hypergly …

Drug Interactions

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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Table 4: Clinically Significant Drug Interaction with GVOKE and GVOKE VialDx Beta-Blockers Clincial Impact: Patients taking beta-blockers may have a transient increase in pulse and blood pressure when given GVOKE or GVOKE VialDx. Intervention The increase in blood pressure and heart rate may require therapy in patients with coronary artery disease. Insulin Clincial Impact: Insulin acts antagonistically to glucagon. Intervention Monitor blood glucose when GVOKE VialDx is used as a diagnostic aid in patients receiving insulin. Indomethacin Clincial Impact: In patients taking indomethacin, GVOKE may lose its ability to raise blood glucose or may even produce hypoglycemia. Intervention Monitor blood glucose levels during glucagon treatment of patients taking indomethacin. Anticholinergic Drugs Clincial Impact: The concomitant use of anticholinergic drugs and GVOKE VialDx increases the risk of gastrointestinal adverse reactions due to additive effects on inhibition of gastrointestinal motility. Intervention Concomitant use of anticholinergic drugs with GVOKE VialDx is not recommended. Warfarin Clincial Impact: GVOKE and GVOKE Vial Dx may increase the anticoagulant effect of warfarin. Intervention Monitor patients for unusual bruising or bleeding, as adjustments in warfarin dosage may be required. Beta-blockers: GVOKE- or GVOKE VialDx-treated patients taking concomitant beta-blockers may have a transient increase in pulse and blood pressure. ( 7 ) Indomethacin: In patients taking concomitant indomethacin, GVOKE may lose its ability to raise glucose or may produce hypoglycemia. ( 7 ) Anticholinergic drugs: Concomitant use of anticholinergic drugs with GVOKE VialDx for use as a diagnostic aid is not recommended. ( 7 ) Warfarin: GVOKE and GVOKE VialDx may increase the anticoagulant effect of warfarin. ( 7 ) Insulin: Monitor blood glucose when GVOKE VialDx is used as a diagnostic aid in patients receiving insulin. ( 7 ) See 17 for PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION and FDA ‐ approved patient labeling for GVOKE.

Use in Specific Populations

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8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS 8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Available data from case reports and a small number of observational studies with glucagon use in pregnant women over decades of use have not identified a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Multiple small studies have demonstrated a lack of transfer of pancreatic glucagon across the human placental barrier during early gestation. In a rat reproduction study, no embryofetal toxicity was observed with glucagon administered by injection during the period of organogenesis at doses representing up to 40 times the human dose, based on body surface area (mg/m 2 ) (see Data) . The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15-20%, respectively. Data Animal Data In pregnant rats given animal sourced glucagon twice-daily by injection at doses up to 2 mg/kg (up to 40 times the human dose based on body surface area extrapolation, mg/m 2 ) during the period of organogenesis, there was no evidence of increased malformations or embryofetal lethality. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There is no information available on the presence of glucagon in human or animal milk, the effects of the drug on the breastfed infant, or the effects of the drug on milk production. However, glucagon is a peptide and would be expected to be broken down to its constituent amino acids in the infant's digestive tract and is therefore, unlikely to cause harm to an exposed infant. 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of GVOKE for subcutaneous use for the treatment of severe hypoglycemia in patients with diabetes have been established in pediatric patients aged 2 years and older. Use of GVOKE for this indication is supported by evidence from two adequate and well-controlled studies in adults with type-1 diabetes mellitus [see Clinical Studies ( 14.1 )] and from a study in 31 pediatric patients ages 2 and older with type 1 diabetes mellitus [see Clinical Studies ( 14.2 )] . The safety and effectiveness of GVOKE for subcutaneous use for the treatment of severe hypoglycemia in patients with diabetes have not been established in pediatric patients younger than 2 years of age. Safety and effectiveness of GVOKE VialDx for intravenous use as a diagnostic aid during radiologic examinations to temporarily inhibit movement of the gastrointestinal tract in pediatric patients have not been established. 8.5 Geriatric Use Clinical studies of GVOKE and GVOKE VialDx did not include sufficient numbers of patients aged 65 and over to determine whether they respond differently from younger adult patients.

Description

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11 DESCRIPTION Glucagon is an antihypoglycemic agent and a gastrointestinal motility inhibitor. Glucagon is a single chain containing 29 amino acid residues and has a molecular weight of 3483 and is identical to human glucagon. Glucagon is of synthetic origin produced by solid phase synthesis. Its molecular formula is C 153 H 225 N 43 O 49 S with the following structure: GVOKE HypoPen, GVOKE PFS, and GVOKE Kit GVOKE HypoPen (glucagon) injection, GVOKE PFS (glucagon) injection, and GVOKE Kit (glucagon) injection (these three presentations are also referred to as GVOKE (glucagon) injection in this labeling) are clear, colorless to pale yellow, sterile solutions for subcutaneous injection. GVOKE HypoPen and GVOKE PFS: Each 0.2 mL contains 1 mg of glucagon, 11.1 mg of trehalose dihydrate NF, and 1.2 mg of 1N sulfuric acid in 209 mg dimethyl sulfoxide diluent. GVOKE HypoPen: Each 0.1 mL contains 0.5 mg of glucagon, 5.6 mg of trehalose dihydrate NF, and 0.6 mg of 1N sulfuric acid in 104 mg dimethyl sulfoxide diluent. GVOKE Kit: Each 0.2 mL contains 1 mg of glucagon, 11.1 mg of trehalose dihydrate NF, 5.8 mg of mannitol USP, and 1.32 mg of 1N sulfuric acid in 205 mg dimethyl sulfoxide diluent. GVOKE VialDx GVOKE VialDx (glucagon) injection is a clear, colorless to pale yellow, sterile solution for intravenous injection available in 1 mg per 0.2 mL vial. Each 0.2 mL of GVOKE VialDx contains 1 mg of glucagon, 11.1 mg of trehalose dihydrate NF, 5.8 mg of mannitol USP, and 1.32 mg of 1N sulfuric acid in 205 mg dimethyl sulfoxide diluent prior to dilution with 0.9% Sodium Chloride [for dilution instructions, see Dosage and Administration ( 2.2) ] . The diluted solution contains 0.45 mg per mL glucagon, 5 mg per mL trehalose dihydrate, 93.2 mg per mL dimethyl sulfoxide, 2.6 mg per mL mannitol, and 0.60 mg per mL 1 N sulfuric acid. Its molecular formula is C153H225N43O49S with the following structure:

10 OVERDOSAGE If overdosage occurs, the patient may experience nausea, vomiting, inhibition of GI tract motility, increase in blood pressure, and pulse rate. In case of suspected overdosing, serum potassium may decrease and should be monitored and corrected if needed. If the patient develops a dramatic increase in blood pressure, phentolamine mesylate has been shown to be effective in lowering blood pressure for the short time that control would be needed. In the event of an overdose of GVOKE, consider contacting the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) or a medical toxicologist for additional overdosage management recommendation.

How Supplied / Storage and Handling

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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING GVOKE glucagon injection is supplied as a clear, colorless to pale yellow solution in the following configurations: Strength Package Size NDC number For Subcutaneous Use 0.5 mg per 0.1 mL 1 single-dose Gvoke HypoPen auto-injector 72065-120-11 0.5 mg per 0.1 mL 2 single-dose Gvoke HypoPen auto-injectors 72065-120-12 1 mg per 0.2 mL 1 single-dose Gvoke HypoPen auto-injector 72065-121-11 1 mg per 0.2 mL 2 single-dose Gvoke HypoPen auto-injectors (HypoPen) 72065-121-12 1 mg per 0.2 mL 1 single-dose GVOKE PFS pre-filled syringe 72065-131-11 1 mg per 0.2 mL 2 single-dose GVOKE PFS pre-filled syringes 72065-131-12 1 mg per 0.2 mL 1 single-dose GVOKE Kit vial and syringe kit 72065-140-11 For Intravaneous Use 1 mg per 0.2 mL 1 single-dose GVOKE VialDx vial 0517-2901-01 1 mg per 0.2 mL 10 single-dose GVOKE VialDx vials 0517-2901-10 Store GVOKE HypoPen, GVOKE PFS, and GVOKE Kit (these three presentations are referred to as GVOKE in this labeling), and GVOKE VialDx at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursions permitted between 15°C and 30°C (59°F and 86°F). Do not refrigerate or freeze. Do not expose to extreme temperatures. Store the GVOKE HypoPen and GVOKE PFS in the original sealed foil pouch until time of use Store the GVOKE Kit vial and pouched syringe together in original carton until time of use. Store GVOKE VialDx vials in original carton until time of use. Discard any unused portion

Adverse event reports

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4,129
FAERS reports mentioning this drug
as of 2026-09-25T03:42:24+00:00
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Attributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: GLUCAGON. Combination products with more than six active ingredients are not attributed, because a report count summed across a long ingredient list measures the list, not the medicine.

Packaging and NDCs

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Package NDC Product NDC Labeler Description Marketing start
72065-120-11 72065-120 Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 1 POUCH in 1 CARTON (72065-120-11) / 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC in 1 POUCH / .1 mL in 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC September 10, 2019
72065-120-12 72065-120 Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 2 POUCH in 1 CARTON (72065-120-12) / 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC in 1 POUCH / .1 mL in 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC September 10, 2019
72065-121-11 72065-121 Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 1 POUCH in 1 CARTON (72065-121-11) / 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC in 1 POUCH / .2 mL in 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC September 10, 2019
72065-121-12 72065-121 Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 2 POUCH in 1 CARTON (72065-121-12) / 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC in 1 POUCH / .2 mL in 1 SYRINGE, PLASTIC September 10, 2019
72065-120 72065-120 Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. — September 10, 2019
72065-121 72065-121 Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. — September 10, 2019

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