What dosage instruction should a pharmacy technician include on the prescription label for glucagen?

The correct instruction for the prescription label for glucagon, often referred to as glucagen, is to indicate "use as needed." Glucagon is typically administered in emergency situations, particularly for treating severe hypoglycemia in diabetic patients. It is not a medication that is taken on a regular schedule; rather, it is used when blood sugar levels drop dangerously low and the patient is unable to consume food or drink to raise their glucose levels.

Including "use as needed" on the label appropriately informs the patient that they should only administer glucagon in response to specific situations—when they are experiencing severe hypoglycemia and unable to take sugar orally. This instruction aligns with the emergency nature of glucagon's use and provides clear guidance for safe and effective administration.