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The FreeStyle Libre 2 System and Pregnancy

The FreeStyle Libre 2 System & Your Children

The FreeStyle Libre 2 System and Pregnancy

The FreeStyle Libre 2 System – Now You Know

INTENDED USE

The FreeStyle Libre Software is intended for use by individuals and health care professionals to aid in the review, analysis, and evaluation of information such as sensor glucose readings, blood glucose test results, blood ketone test results, and other data uploaded from the FreeStyle Libre flash glucose monitoring system, in support of an effective diabetes health management program.

 

The FreeStyle Libre Software is not intended for the diagnosis of or screening for diabetes mellitus. Users should be aware that the FreeStyle Libre software is merely an information management tool and it is therefore not intended to substitute for the support of a health care professional. Individuals should always consult their health care professional if they have any queries or concerns about diabetes management.

 

System Requirements

A computer running one of the following operating systems:

 

• Microsoft Windows 7 (32 or 64 bit)

• Microsoft Windows 8 (32 or 64 bit)

• Microsoft Windows 10(32 or 64 bit)

• OS X El Capitan

 

At minimum, a computer with a USB 2.0 compliant hub with a dual-core 1.6 GHz processor and 2 GB RAM.

FreeStyle and related brand marks are trademarks of Abbott Diabetes Care Inc. in various jurisdictions.

 

Licence and Service Agreement and Software Privacy Policy

Before installing FreeStyle Libre software, you will be asked to accept the terms of Abbott Diabetes Care’s (“ADC” or “we” or “our”) Licence and Service Agreement and Software Privacy Policy. Please read these important documents. In summary, when you use FreeStyle Software, we will automatically collect data from your use of the Freestyle Libre products. This means that ADC collects information about your computer, software, and device (including the device serial number) to ensure that you have up-to-date software. We also separately collect de-identified information to improve our products and services, and we may share this de-identified data with our partners; however, it is not possible for us or our partners to link this data to you in any way.

Customer Service

Customer Service is available on 0800 170 1177 to answer any questions you may have about the FreeStyle Libre software. Printed User’s Manuals are available upon request.

FreeStyle and related brand marks are trademarks of Abbott Diabetes Care Inc. in various jurisdictions. Copyright 2014 Abbott Laboratories. Abbott Park, Illinois, U.S.A.

Copyright 2014 Abbott Laboratories. Abbott Park, Illinois, U.S.A.

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THE FREESTYLE LIBRE 2 SYSTEM IS APPROVED FOR USE DURING PREGNANCY

Regular glucose monitoring and keeping within your glucose targets are important steps towards a healthy pregnancy and birth1. The FreeStyle Libre 2 system makes glucose monitoring easy during pregnancy.

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MANAGING GLUCOSE TARGETS DURING PREGNANCY CAN BE DIFFICULT3

Pregnant women with diabetes are recommended to monitor frequently to help maintain good blood glucose control throughout pregnancy and reduce the risk of adverse outcomes2. You may not always be able to spot when you have low blood glucose which can increase your risk of severe hypos.3

For many people living with diabetes, checking blood glucose can be a hassle and can get in the way of living their life4,5

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THE FREESTYLE LIBRE 2 SYSTEM MAKES GLUCOSE MONITORING EASY DURING PREGNANCY

Get accurate and up to the minute glucose readings with a one-second scan using the FreeStyle Libre 2 system – no routine finger pricks required.†

Pregnant women agree,6 checking glucose with the FreeStyle Libre system during pregnancy compared to routine finger pricking is:

98%

less stressful

100%

less painful

94%

easier to use

95%

more discreet

MORE GLUCOSE INFORMATION FOR MANAGING YOUR DIABETES DURING PREGNANCY

 

Blood glucose testing only provides one point in time, with the FreeStyle Libre 2 system, you can see your glucose levels day and night for up to 14 daysφ

You can use the FreeStyle Libre 2 system to help you stay in your target range and manage your diabetes during your pregnancy.

Monitor glucose even at nighttime Shows how food activity and insulin affect glucose levels

Monitor glucose, even
at nighttimeφ

Shows how food, activity and
insulin affect glucose levels

 

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LIVING WITH DIABETES

Read more about importance of data in managing your diabetes with LibreView software.

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The FreeStyle Libre 2 System & Your Children
The FreeStyle Libre 2 System – Now You Know

1. NICE National Institute for Heath and Care Excellence. Diabetes in pregnancy Quality standard [QS109] January 2016
2. American Diabetes Association. Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes 2020. Diabetes Care2017;S186 (Supp 1)
3. Ringholm Nielsen L, Pedersen-Bjergaard U, Thorsteinsson B, Johansen M et al. Hypoglycaemia in pregnant women with type 1 diabetes: predictors and role of metabolic control. Diabetes Care. 2008 Jan; 31(1):9-14
4. Vincze G, Barner JC, Lopez D. Factors associated with adherence to self-monitoring of blood glucose among persons with diabetes. Diabetes Educ. 2004;30(1):112-125
5. Wagner J, Malchoff C, Abbott G. Invasiveness as a barrier to self-monitoring of blood glucose in diabetes. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2005; 7(4):612-9.
6. Scott, Eleanor M., et al. Accuracy, User Acceptability, and Safety Evaluation for the FreeStyle Libre Flash Glucose Monitoring System When Used by Pregnant Women with Diabetes. Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, 20.3 (2018):180-188
* Scanning the sensor does not require lancets.
φ For a complete glycaemic picture, scan once every 8 hours.
‡ 60-minute warm-up required when applying the sensor
~ Daily Patterns need at least 5 days of glucose data
Ω The Reader can capture data from the sensor when it is within 1cm to 4cm of the sensor.
₸ Sensor is water resistant in up to 1 metre (3 feet) of water for a maximum of 30 minutes. Do not immerse longer than 30 minutes. Not to be used above 10,000 feet.
† Finger pricks are required if your glucose readings and alarms do not match symptoms or expectations.
Ѱ For children aged 4-12, a caregiver at least 18 years old is responsible for supervising, managing, and assisting them in using the FreeStyle Libre system and interpreting its readings.
◊ Patients choose which device they want to receive alarms: FreeStyle Libre 2 reader or FreeStyle LibreLink app. They must start their FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor with that selected device. Once the patient scans their FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor with that device, they can receive alarms only on that device. The FreeStyle LibreLink app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check the website for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of FreeStyle LibreLink requires registration with LibreView
§ The LibreLinkUp app is only compatible with certain mobile device and operating systems. Please check www.librelinkup.com for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of LibreLinkUp and FreeStyle LibreLink requires registration with LibreView. The LibreLinkUp mobile app is not intended to be a primary glucose monitor: home users must consult their primary device(s) and consult a healthcare professional before making any medical interpretation and therapy adjustments from the information provided by the app.
ǁ Transfer of glucose data between applications depends on mobile connectivity.
₼ The LibreView website is only compatible with certain operating systems and browsers. Please check www.libreview.com for additional information.
Δ Use of FreeStyle LibreLink requires registration with LibreView. Automatic upload requires a wireless internet connection or mobile data connection.

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