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Using BAQSIMI: The simplicity of nasal administration1

Before BAQSIMI is needed:

  • Read the Instructions for Use for BAQSIMI before using it.
  • You should make sure you show your caregivers, family and friends where you keep BAQSIMI and explain how to use it by sharing these instructions. They need to know how to use BAQSIMI before an emergency happens.

Important information to know:

  • Do not remove the Shrink Wrap or open the Tube until you are ready to use it.
  • If the Tube has been opened, BAQSIMI could be exposed to moisture. This could cause BAQSIMI not to work as expected.
  • BAQSIMI will work even if you have a cold or are taking cold medicine.

Preparing the dose:

Removing shrink-wrap from BAQSIMI device

Remove the Shrink Wrap by pulling on the red stripe.

BAQSIMI device out of tube

Open the Lid and remove the Device from the Tube. Caution: Do not press the Plunger until ready to give the dose.

Giving the dose:

BAQSIMI device in hand

Hold Device between fingers and thumb. Do not push Plunger yet.

BAQSIMI device in nose

Insert Tip gently into one nostril, until finger(s) touch the outside of the nose.

BAQSIMI device sprayed in nose

Push Plunger firmly all the way in. Dose is complete when the Green Line disappears.

After giving BAQSIMI:

  • Call for emergency medical help right away.
  • If the person is unconscious, turn the person on their side.
  • Throw away the used Device and Tube.
  • Encourage the person to eat as soon as possible. When they are able to safely swallow, give the person a fast acting source of sugar, such as juice. Then encourage the person to eat a snack, such as crackers with cheese or peanut butter.
  • If the person does not respond after 15 minutes, another dose may be given, if available.
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SELECT IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Contraindications

BAQSIMI is contraindicated in patients with pheochromocytoma because of risk of substantial increase in blood pressure , insulinoma because of risk of hypoglycemia, and known hypersensitivity to glucagon or to any of the excipients in BAQSIMI. Allergic reactions have been reported with glucagon and include anaphylactic shock with breathing difficulties and hypotension.

Glucagon is delivered to the bloodstream via nasal administration

BAQSIMI is absorbed passively through the mucosal membrane of the nose2,3

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The nasal mucosa is highly penetrable due to its large surface area and rich vascularization4,5

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Lipophilic drugs like BAQSIMI are well absorbed from the nasal cavity2,3

line drawing of glucagon powder in the bloodstream

When BAQSIMI permeates the nasal mucosa, it is distributed into the bloodstream

How all formulations of glucagon work

Glucagon binds to and activates hepatic glucagon receptors

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This stimulates glycogen breakdown and release of glucose from the liver2

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This in turn produces an antihypoglycemic effect2

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References:

  1. Baqsimi. Instructions For Use. Lilly USA, LLC.
  2. Baqsimi. Prescribing Information. Lilly USA, LLC.
  3. Guzman CB, Dulude H, Piché C, et al. Effects of common cold and concomitant administration of nasal decongestant on the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of nasal glucagon in otherwise healthy participants: a randomized clinical trial. Diabetes Obes Metab. 2018;20(3):646-653.
  4. Yuba E, Kona K. Nasal delivery of biopharmaceuticals. In: das Neves J, Sarmento B, eds. Mucosal Delivery of Biopharmaceuticals—Biology, Challenges and Strategies. New York, NY: Springer Publishing Co; 2014:197-220.
  5. Bitter C, Suter-Zimmermann K, Surber C. Nasal drug delivery in humans. Curr Probl Dermatol. 2011;40:20-35.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

BAQSIMI is contraindicated in patients with pheochromocytoma because of risk of substantial increase in blood pressure , insulinoma because of risk of hypoglycemia, and known hypersensitivity to glucagon or to any of the excipients in BAQSIMI. Allergic reactions have been reported with glucagon and include anaphylactic shock with breathing difficulties and hypotension.

Warnings and Precautions

BAQSIMI is contraindicated in patients with pheochromocytoma because glucagon may stimulate release of catecholamines from the tumor. 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.

In patients with insulinoma, administration of glucagon may produce an initial increase in blood glucose; however, BAQSIMI administration may directly or indirectly (through an initial rise in blood glucose) stimulate exaggerated insulin release from an insulinoma and cause hypoglycemia. BAQSIMI is contraindicated in patients with insulinoma. If a patient develops symptoms of hypoglycemia after a dose of BAQSIMI, give glucose orally or intravenously.

Allergic reactions have been reported with glucagon, these include generalized rash, and in some cases anaphylactic shock with breathing difficulties and hypotension. BAQSIMI is contraindicated in patients with a prior hypersensitivity reaction.

BAQSIMI is effective in treating hypoglycemia only if sufficient hepatic glycogen is present. Patients in states of starvation, with adrenal insufficiency or chronic hypoglycemia may not have adequate levels of hepatic glycogen for BAQSIMI administration to be effective. Patients with these conditions should be treated with glucose.

Adverse Reactions

Most common (≥10%) adverse reactions associated with BAQSIMI are nausea, vomiting, headache, upper respiratory tract irritation (i.e., rhinorrhea, nasal discomfort, nasal congestion, cough, and epistaxis), watery eyes, redness of eyes, and itchy nose, throat and eyes.

Drug Interactions

Patients taking beta-blockers may have a transient increase in pulse and blood pressure when given BAQSIMI. In patients taking indomethacin, BAQSIMI may lose its ability to raise blood glucose or may even produce hypoglycemia. BAQSIMI may increase the anticoagulant effect of warfarin.

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INDICATION

BAQSIMI® is indicated for the treatment of severe hypoglycemia in adult and pediatric patients with diabetes ages 4 years and above.