The following is a list of the different products that can be used to treat a low blood sugar and the amount of carbs they contain. Always follow your doctor’s advice regarding which product to use for your child and the amount your child needs to treat a low blood sugar.

Glucose tablets

Dex 4 Glucose Tablets
4 grams carbs per tablet
(Manufactured by Can-Am Care)

Fifty50 Glucose Tablets
4 grams carbs per tablet
(Manufactured by Fifty50 Medical)

Glucolift All Natural Glucose Tablets
4 grams carbs per tablet
(Manufactured by Jungell)

Dex4 Glucose Bits
1 gram carb per bit
(Manufactured by Can-Am Care)

Glucose liquids/gels/powders

Dex4 Liquid
15 grams carbs per dose
(Manufactured by BlastCan-Am Care)

Insta-Glucose
24 grams carbs per dose
(Manufactured by Medicool, Inc.)

Dex4 Glucose Gel
15 grams carbs per tube
(Manufactured by Can-Am Care)

Glucoburst Glucose Gel
15 grams carbs per packet
(Manufactured by PBM Products)

Glutose 15
15 grams carbs per tube
(Manufactured by Paddock Laboratories)

Glutose 45
45 grams carbs per tube
(Manufactured by Paddock Laboratories)

Insta-Glucose
24 grams carbs per tube
(Manufactured by Valeant Pharmaceuticals International)

Cake frosting (small tube)
3-4 grams carbs per tube
(Manufactured by Several vendors)

Level Life
15 grams carbs per pouch
(Manufactured by Level Foods)

Quick Sticks
10 grams carbs per 1 stick
(Manufactured by Q.S. Holdings)

Candy

Lifesavers
2 grams carbs per candy
(Manufactured by NabiscoFoods)

Smarties
5 grams carbs per dose
(Manufactured by Ce De Candy, Inc.)

Spree (1 roll)
13 grams carbs per dose (8 pieces)
(Manufactured by Sunline Brands)

SweeTarts (bag)
11 grams carbs per dose (2 rolls of 12 candies each)
(Manufactured by Sunline Brands)

SweeTarts (large roll)
12 grams carbs per dose (8 pieces)
(Manufactured by Sunline Brands)

Additional products

The Quick-Fix Keychain holds four glucose tablets and attaches to your keychain.

This information should not be considered medical advice, nor is it intended to replace consultation with a qualified physician or other qualified healthcare provider. The Diabetes Center for Children does not evaluate, endorse or recommend any particular product or manufacturer. If you have questions about your health, please contact your healthcare provider.