This protocol addresses the management of patients with Type 1 Diabetes mellitus who present with mild-to-moderate hypoglycemia. Prompt, appropriate intervention in this setting is essential for safe ongoing diabetes care.
Hypoglycemia (mild to moderate) in Type 1 Diabetes — the patient is experiencing a low blood glucose event within the mild-to-moderate range and requires a defined, structured response.
Management is centred on an oral carbohydrate intervention calibrated by age group. Where oral carbohydrate cannot be given, an alternative agent for home use may be appropriate — the full protocol details the specific options, criteria, and follow-up steps involved.
Blood glucose should increase in response to the intervention, confirming treatment effectiveness.
DOI: 10.1016/j.jcjd.2017.10.036
Treatment of mild hypoglycemia is described in Table 2.
In children, the use of mini doses of glucagon (10 mcg per year of age with minimum dose 20 mcg and maximum dose 150 mcg) should be considered in the home management of mild or impending hypoglycemia associated with inability or refusal to take oral carbohydrate.
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