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Low Blood Sugar Quick Reference
Check your blood sugar
If experiencing any symptoms, check immediately. If you don't have your device, treat the symptoms anyway.
If < 3.8 mmol/L — Eat 15g fast carbs:
Wait 15 minutes, retest
If still below 3.8 mmol/L, repeat Step 2.
Once above 3.8 mmol/L
Eat a snack with carbs + protein. If your next meal is more than 1 hour away, have a small snack (e.g., crackers with cheese or bread with peanut butter).
Call your local emergency number (911 · 112 · 999 · 000)
or go to your nearest emergency department
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If unconscious, call your local emergency number and administer Glucagon.
Severe symptoms include drowsiness, unconsciousness, weakness, and possible seizures.