Libre 2 | FreeStyle | Reader and Sensor Kit

Flash Glucose Monitoring System Sensor

Automatically measures and continuously stores glucose readings day and night. 3 Discreet Real-time glucose readings sent right to your smartphone.

FreeStyle Libre 2 is a 14-day continuous glucose monitoring system (CGM) with a sensor & mobile app. Easily monitor your glucose levels anytime, anywhere.

Features

• Convenient: Automatically measures and continuously stores glucose readings day and night.
• Discreet: Real-time glucose readings sent right to your smartphone.
• Easy: Designed to stay on the body for up to 14 days.
• Water-resistant: designed to be worn while bathing, showering, swimming, or exercising.
• Accurate: No routine confirmatory finger pricks are required for treatment decisions, even when glucose is low, falling, or rapidly changing.

Contents

• 1 Sensor Applicator
• 1 Sensor Pack
• 2 Alcohol Wipes
• 1 Product Insert

The Sensor Pack and Sensor Applicator are packaged as a set and are intended to be used together.

Step 1: Preparing your skin

Applying your new sensor is a lot easier than you might think. To begin, select an area on the back of your upper arm and:

Wash the area using plain soap and water.

Pat the area dry with a clean towel.

Clean the area with alcohol wipe and allow it to air dry. 

Step 2: Applying your sensor

Once you’ve prepared the back of your upper arm, apply the sensor using either the two-piece or the one-piece applicator:

Place the sensor applicator over the prepared site and push down firmly.

The sensor should now be attached to your skin.

Secure by pressing down gently with your finger around the edge.

Step 3: Activating your sensor with your reader or app

Follow these steps to activate your sensor with your reader or app^†, so you can track your glucose levels:

Press “Scan New Sensor” on your reader or smartphone.

Hold your device near the sensor and slowly scan it.

You will hear a beep or feel a vibration upon activation.

The sensor can be used to check your glucose after 60 minutes.

Step 4: Removing and replacing your sensor

It’s easy to remove and replace your sensor—follow the steps below to learn how:

Your sensor is designed to stay on for up to 15 days. When it's time to remove it, pull up the adhesive edge that keeps the sensor attached to your skin, then slowly peel from your skin in a single motion.

When replacing your sensor, remember to choose a different spot on the back of your upper arm to apply the new sensor. This will help avoid skin irritation.

Read our sensor application guide to learn about some optional products^II that can be helpful for removing your sensor.

Useful tips for sensor wear

Keeping your sensor in place

Easy does it: Be careful not to catch your sensor on a doorway, car door, seat belt, or furniture edges.

Pat dry: After a shower or swim, take extra care when towelling off to avoid catching or pulling off your sensor.

Dress for success: Try to give your sensor room by wearing loose-fitting clothing and lightweight material.

Protect it during contact sports and heavy exercise. Be sure to select a site on the back of your upper arm that will minimize the risk of it coming off, and consider using an overbandage and/or any of the items on the previous page.

Slow down : When dressing or undressing, be careful that you don’t catch your undergarments on the sensor.

Hands off : Avoid playing with or pulling the sensor while wearing it.

FreeStyle Libre 2 Reader Kit

Take the next step in managing your diabetes with the FreeStyle Libre 2 Reader Kit! This isn't just a reader; it's your go-to for accurate, real-time glucose information, designed to make life a little easier. Imagine getting instant updates on your glucose levels, along with optional alarms that can gently notify you if you're going too high or too low – no more guessing games. It’s a smart, reliable system that fits right into your life, whether you're 4 or 94.

Key Features:

Real-time Alarms: Get optional, customizable alerts if your glucose levels are too high or too low, helping you stay proactive.

Exceptional Accuracy: Provides highly accurate readings for up to 14 days, trusted by adults and children (ages 4 and older).

No Confirmatory Fingersticks: You can make insulin dosing decisions directly from the reader's glucose readings, even when levels are low or changing rapidly.

Easy Sensor Application: The simplest iCGM sensor to apply, with no need for in-person training (sensor sold separately).

Cost-Effective: A more affordable continuous glucose monitoring option compared to other available systems.

FDA-Cleared: Approved for use in adults and children with diabetes aged 4 and above.

Painless Scanning: Effortlessly check your glucose with a quick, one-second scan instead of fingersticks.

Proven for Kids: Clinically proven outcomes for children and teens, offering peace of mind for caregivers.

Cautions

† The FreeStyle Libre 2 app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check the Compatibility Guide (PDF 69 kB) for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of FreeStyle Libre 2 may require registration with LibreView.

‡ Sensor is water-resistant in up to 1 metre (3 feet) of water. Do not immerse longer than 30 minutes. Not to be used above 10,000 feet.

§ Finger pricks are required if glucose readings and alarms do not match symptoms or expectations.

¶ The FreeStyle Libre 2 app and the FreeStyle Libre 2 reader have similar but not identical features. Finger pricks are required if glucose readings and alarms do not match symptoms or expectations. The FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor communicates with the FreeStyle Libre 2 reader that started it or the FreeStyle Libre 2 app that started it. The FreeStyle Libre 2 app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check the Compatibility Guide (PDF 69 kB) for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of FreeStyle Libre 2 may require registration with LibreView.

** This list is not comprehensive and the information presented does not constitute an endorsement of the manufacturer or the product quality. Abbott Diabetes Care is not responsible for the completeness or accuracy of product information. Product availability may vary by country and region. The manufacturer’s instructions for use of each product should be followed. Product images are for illustrative purposes only.

†† The LibreView website is only compatible with certain operating systems and browsers. Please check www.libreview.com for additional information.

References

1. Data on file, Abbott Diabetes Care Inc.
2. FreeStyle Libre 2 Sensor Adhesion Guide ADC-34254 v2.0.
3. Unger, J. Postgraduate Medicine (2020): https://doi.org/10.1080/00325481.2020.1744393

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