Baqsimi contains the active ingredient glucagon. In other forms, glucagon is given as an injection under the skin. But Baqsimi contains a powder form of glucagon that comes in a nasal device. You’ll take the drug through your nose.
If you’re having an episode of severe low blood sugar, you may not be able to give yourself a dose of glucagon. If you need help, someone else can apply Baqsimi into your nose instead of having to give you a glucagon injection. You don’t need to inhale to absorb the medication.