Abbott has launched their new glucose monitoring system/meter called the FreeStyle InsuLinx. Now I have zilch experience with any of their products as they are non existent here in Spain but I have heard some good things about their said products.
FreeStyle InsuLinx is CE Marked (Conformité Européene) in the European Union, and will initially be marketed in the UK, Germany, Netherlands and Belgium. It is currently not available for sale in the United States.
You can also view a super duper video demonstrating the new bolus calculator, wooohooooo!
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Now what makes this different to the other meters they have integrated a Bolus Calculator into the meter, now those of you that pump will be used to having that function on your actual pump device but those of us who do not usually have to find a way to calculate our dosages via other means.
The System offers several features that are designed to enable insulin-using diabetes patients to more effectively manage their condition, including:
- Mealtime (rapid-acting) insulin calculator for calculating a suggested dose
- Touch screen designed for ease of use
- Automated logbook
- Personalization preferences, including the ability to upload a personal photograph to the FreeStyle InsuLinx monitor, weekly messages and pre- and post-meal markers
- USB connectivity for plug-and-play reports
- FreeStyle Auto-Assist software, which is PC- and Mac-compatible, designed to help people with diabetes, healthcare teams and caregivers manage diabetes with reports, reminders and messages
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The FreeStyle InsuLinx Blood Glucose Monitoring System is compatible with the FreeStyle Lite blood glucose test strips with ZipWik tabs,7 which are designed to offer easier blood application, resulting in a better blood glucose testing experience for people living with diabetes.
“The FreeStyle InsuLinx Blood Glucose Monitoring System is a significant advance for people with diabetes who use insulin,” said Heather L. Mason, senior vice president, Abbott Diabetes Care. “The FreeStyle InsuLinx System has the potential to help change the way insulin users manage their diabetes, because it has been designed to translate glucose results into helpful information that can enable patients to more effectively manage their diabetes.”
I’m sure there are many people who are unaware that Accu-Chek have the Exper Meter available which also has the onboard Bolus Calculator. You can also read a great review of the Accu-Chek Expert Meter by Mike over at Every Day Ups and Downs.
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