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  1. Eldorado

    Fiasp experiences

    That's exactly what I've been thinking. Humalog is sort of OK pre meals if you manage to get the pre bolus right. But it's super slow if you need to do a correction dose.
  2. Eldorado

    Fiasp vs Humalog

    Hi I've been on Humalog for years and have also been using the Libre since last October. I'd really like to try Fiasp as the Libre has been showing up the post meal spikes. What sort of pen do you use with Fiasp? Does it deliver 0.5 units? Thanks
  3. Eldorado

    BG meter that doesn't need a finger stab

    Thanks. That's really interesting. I was getting quite excited until I got to near the end of the article: ' they hope to have a device about the size of a shoe box ready in about three years. And, their ultimate goal is to develop a portable meter, they say'. A shoe box! Oh well. Way to go I...
  4. Eldorado

    BG meter that doesn't need a finger stab

    I think I know the answer to this, but I'll ask anyway. [emoji849] Is there such a thing as a smart meter that will let you enter a BG result, rather than doing a finger stab? I'm currently using the Freestyle Libre which I absolutely love. I'm happy to inject based on scan results so it's given...
  5. Eldorado

    Carbs and Cals App

    I expect lots of people here use this app. Would you recommend it? How does it compare with MyFitnessPal, the app that I'm currently using. I've been T1 for 37 years and carb counting is still a bit of a mystery! Thanks for any info.
  6. Eldorado

    Freestyle Libre Reader

    Yes I've done that too. This time it was a temporary disappearance. Seems to be back now. I'll check out the manual. Thanks.
  7. Eldorado

    Freestyle Libre Reader

    Oh yes. I'd forgotten you had to do that to get it to show.
  8. Eldorado

    Freestyle Libre Reader

    It's bottom right of the check glucose/review history screen. Looks just like a gingerbread man. When you tap it, it shows the units of insulin on board. Surprised you haven't seen it tbh
  9. Eldorado

    Freestyle Libre Reader

    I noticed this morning that my 'gingerbread man' has disappeared! I recorded a bolus dose which appears in the log book, but the icon that shows insulin on board no longer appears. Anyone else had this happen? Ideas? I'll call Abbott tomorrow as today is Sunday, but in the meantime I feel a bit...
  10. Eldorado

    Anyone using RapidCalc?

    This is a brilliant app. I'm running it on my iPod Touch, as the iPod is small and handy to carry around. My only slight grumble is that the app doesn't automatically sync with my iPad. I was hoping to look at the reports on the iPad's larger screen. Does anyone know how to get the app to sync...
  11. Eldorado

    Got my NHS prescription for Libre!

    My GP said he couldn't prescribe it until it appears on the list of 'allowed' items. Did your GP write you a private prescription?
  12. Eldorado

    Super bolus

    Thanks. I came across a similar question in a Facebook group for Libre users that I belong to. I'd never heard of it but thought it might be for pumpers.
  13. Eldorado

    Super bolus

    Can anyone explain what this is? I'm wondering if it's only suitable for T1's who use a pump.
  14. Eldorado

    Libre on NHS

    I know the DVLA is still insisting on a BG test before driving. I don't really understand why as a BG test, as we are well aware, is only a snapshot and doesn't show any trend data. But I don't think that Abbott recommend a BG test before every insulin dose: 'FreeStyle Libre is approved for...
  15. Eldorado

    Libre on NHS

    A trial for two weeks? What on earth use is that? If you're going to spot any trends I hope they appear pretty quickly!
  16. Eldorado

    Libre on NHS

    When you offset the monthly cost of BG sticks against the cost of two Libre sensors it doesn't look too bad at all imo. I get thru about 4 tubs of Accuchek Aviva strips every month. If I carry on self funding the Libre I'll be saving the NHS the cost of the BG sticks. And when you factor in...
  17. Eldorado

    Freestyle Libre Settings

    Good idea. I'll do that tomorrow. Thanks.
  18. Eldorado

    Freestyle Libre Settings

    I hope this isn't a silly question. I've been using the Freestyle Libre for a couple of days and I can't get the volume on the reader to work. It did when I first started using it but it's given up. It doesn't really matter as the vibrate works fine, but if something doesn't work properly it...
  19. Eldorado

    Freestyle and VAT

    Thank you.
  20. Eldorado

    Freestyle and VAT

    Sorry if this has already been asked but how do I reclaim the VAT when ordering a Freestyle Libre? Thanks