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Oct 5, 2021 · We aim to compare FreeStyle Libre 2 (Abbott Diabetes Care, Witney, U.K.) to self-monitoring of blood glucose in children with type 1 diabetes and sub-optimal glycaemic control. Methods This open-label randomised controlled trial will enrol 100 children (4–13 years inclusive, diagnosis of type 1 diabetes ≥ 6 months, HbA1c 58–110 mmol/mol ...
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Dec 18, 2018 · If you have diabetes, you might benefit from testing your blood sugar at home. Consumer Reports shows you which are the best blood glucose meters you can buy.
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Pros
•the little round sensor is thinner and more discreet than sensors required with other CGMs •no routine fingerstick tests are required to use or calibrate the system, even if you’re relying on the data to make insulin dosing decisions •you can use your compatible smartphone to scan the sensor and see glucose data, without needing a separate handheld reading device (as of Aug. 2, 2021) •fewer alerts and complex features makes it less daunting for some people to use •more affordable, in part because the Libre doesn’t include a separate (costly) transmitter that attaches to the sensor •more accessible, because it’s sold directly at pharmacies, has fewer parts needing replacement, and is generally easier to get covered by insurance
Cons
•full view of your glucose data is only available retrospectively on the software platform •device registers only the last 8 hours of data, so if you don’t scan for 8 hours or longer, some data will be lost •doesn’t currently connect to as many other diabetes devices as competing CGMs Was this helpful?
Launched internationally in 2014 and first approved for use in the United States in 2017, the Libre is quickly becoming a market leader.
The FreeStyle Libre 2 is the latest model available in the United States as of mid-2020, with some important added features like glucose alerts.
Scannable sensor. Users wear a little white disc sensor about the size and thickness of two stacked quarters, and hold the handheld reader or smartphone app over it (about .4 to 1.5 inches) to scan it for data. The sensor measures interstitial fluid every minute. It is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use only on the upper arm, and attached to the skin using an easy-push inserter device. When inserted, there is a 1-hour warmup period before glucose data is available. With just a 1-second scan, users can see their glucose reading, trend arrow, and 8-hour history.
Wear time. The latest sensor approved in the United States since 2018 lasts up to 14 days. It does not officially require any fingerstick calibrations before making insulin dosing or other treatment decisions.
Handheld reader. While the original Libre model allows the use of a smartphone app for scanning, the Libre 2 didn’t originally allow for this because it wasn’t cleared by the FDA. Instead, you still needed to use the separate handheld reading device to scan the sensor and see glucose results. However, Abbott received approval for this mobile app functionality in late July 2021 so you could scan the sensor and see data on your compatible smartphone. Regardless of which device you use, scanning is fast, easy, and can be done over any type of clothing, even thick jackets.
Real-time alerts. This is new for the Libre 2 as of 2020. Users have an option to turn on real-time alerts, to hear a beep or feel a vibration whenever their glucose levels dip too low or high. Users can adjust the settings for their own preferences on when they want to be alerted:
Keep in mind that you need a doctor’s prescription to get this device. Insurance coverage is available, but of course, out-of-pocket costs vary by plan.
The FreeStyle Libre is available in national U.S. pharmacies like Costco, CVS, Kroger, Rite Aid, Walgreens and Walmart.
When the very first Libre model the market, DiabetesMine’s own Wil Dubois reported: “To me, the Libre is a game-changer because it adds context to glucose readings, without the need for loads of high-cost test strips or a full-fledged CGM system that’s also more costly and probably more complex than many patients need. In short, the Libre is pretty slick, and could be perfect for both doctors and many patients.”
Shawn Gotlib in New York was an early Libre 2 user in the United States and shifted between his Dexcom and Libre, but liked the latter more after using it over time with few complaints. Specifically, he preferred the Libre’s slimness and discreetness, simplicity of setup and use, and ease of sensor insertion.
Gotlib said his work hours are long and he’s an avid jogger, so he can’t always ‘get away’ to do a fingerstick test or interact with a bulkier CGM system.
“I like how easy it is to use right out of the box,” he told DiabetesMine. “The size of the sensor is nice. And it’s easy to get a quick reading, even in winter when swiping the reader through my coat.”
Gotlib warns prospective users or new users to keep a close eye for suspect readings, though. “If you’re not sure about a BG reading, or you get an extreme high or low, do a regular fingerstick test,” he said. “The Libre can be ‘off’ sometimes — especially on the last 23 hours of the sensor life.”
In this YouTube review, Canadian T1D Laura Craven says she finds inaccuracies mostly in the first 24 hours of the sensor. “More often than not, I find it reads lower [rather] than higher than my actual blood glucose readings. To overcome this, I usually insert my sensor 24 hours before I want to activate it,” she said.
While the FreeStyle Libre is unique because of tiny round sensor and exceptional ease of use, there are other options to know about for continuous glucose monitoring.
The Dexcom G6 and Medtronic Minimed Guardian CGM are both more “traditional” CGM devices with a sensor-transmitter design that provide automatic continuous results every several minutes without needing to scan the sensor. They also have more advanced alert and alarm options, like “urgent low,” “urgent low soon,” “rise rate” and “fall rate.” And they both integrate currently with insulin pumps. But they are more expensive and require more supplies on a regular basis.
Overall, people seem to love the convenience of the FreeStyle Libre system, and the improvement it brings in diabetes management. The few complaints we’ve spotted have been about accuracy, especially just after the warmup period or at the end of the sensor life — common woes with many CGMs.
FreeStyle Libre is also among the most accessible and affordable advanced diabetes tools currently available. If you don’t mind wearing a small white disk on your arm that will likely be visible, manually waving a device over it to get glucose readings, and getting only very minimal alerts from the system, then the FreeStyle Libre might be a great choice for you.
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Dec 5, 2018 · Pros & Cons of the Freestyle Libre2 14 Day Continuous Glucose Monitor. Unique Advantages: Pros. No calibration needed. Sensor life 14 days (longest disposable sensor duration available) Easy to grip inserter. Low profile transmitter. Lowest cash pay cost. 1-hour warm up (shortest)
