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FREESTYLE LIBRE ON SALE!!!!

Can someone give me a run down of everything I need in this kit please?. I’m considering buying a kit if the price is right and I know exactly what to get. Thanks. T2
 
Thank you Scott-C for the clear explanation on how to use Libre as CGM. I went to order Libre a couple of weeks ago and found that they were not accepting new customers, but I aim to get one as soon as they are available again. I started on Accu-Chek Insight pump six weeks ago (after seven years of asking for a pump!) and am feeling the benefit with fewer erratic readings. I think that I may purchase Dexcom for now, while I wait for Libre.
 
ElenaP said:
Thank you Scott-C for the clear explanation on how to use Libre as CGM. I went to order Libre a couple of weeks ago and found that they were not accepting new customers, but I aim to get one as soon as they are available again. I started on Accu-Chek Insight pump six weeks ago (after seven years of asking for a pump!) and am feeling the benefit with fewer erratic readings. I think that I may purchase Dexcom for now, while I wait for Libre.
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Maybe ask your clinic if they have a trial on, or have some just to hand out? no harm asking!
 
ElenaP said:
I think that I may purchase Dexcom for now, while I wait for Libre.
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I've just taken a look at the Dexcom prices, and it's eye-watering! I thought the Libre was expensive! If I were to use Dexcom long term, I'd definitely be looking to use the sensors longer than a week (which appears to be possible with Dexcom).

That said, I would recommend going for a flash monitoring system, even if you are just going to use it for a couple of months or so. The insight you get into how your blood glucose trends is so valuable.
 
Hi there. I am also looking to purchase Freestyle Libre. At present Abbott the company who sell it are not accepting new customers. You can register your interest on their website but that is as far as it goes. Sensors can be bought for example from Superdrug for £35.00 each.

Hope this is some help
 
I've also just registered on the mailing list for the starter pack for my wife who is struggling with her levels.
Does anyone know if there's anywhere else that you can purchase them from?
 
I am in the same position. I can find chemists such as Superdrug which stock the sensors but now where as yet which stocks the readers.

Good luck with your quest. Let us know how you get on
 
paganlady said:
I don’t use the reader, I use the Freestyle app on my phone. It’s free.
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Hi.
I have tried to get this from my doctor and my diabetes team have not answered my emails or calls about it.
Can you help me with a question.
If I purchase the sensors can I download the app on my phone and use it that way or do I need to buy the reader?
I would prefer to use the sensor and phone app
Hope you don’t mind me asking.
Tracey
 
traceyjwhite said:
Hi.
I have tried to get this from my doctor and my diabetes team have not answered my emails or calls about it.
Can you help me with a question.
If I purchase the sensors can I download the app on my phone and use it that way or do I need to buy the reader?
I would prefer to use the sensor and phone app
Hope you don’t mind me asking.
Tracey
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Yes you can just download the app to your phone and use it to scan the sensor without having a reader. Your phone has to have these specifications:
Android

• Operating system: Android 5.0 or higher.
• Near-Field Communication (NFC): Your smartphone must have NFC capabilities and NFC must be enabled.


iOS

• Phone models: iPhone 7 or higher
• Operating system: OS 11 or higher

There is also LibreLinkUp app for sharing the readings. Another person or people gets a notification of your blood sugar reading every time you scan.

The LibreLink app is free, and so is LibreLinkUp.
 
Thanks for helping me. I will take all the information to my doctor and maybe once they realise they can save money on the reader and just prescribe the sensors they will help!
I’ll let you know if I get it sorted.
Thanks again
 
traceyjwhite said:
Hi.
I have tried to get this from my doctor and my diabetes team have not answered my emails or calls about it.
Can you help me with a question.
If I purchase the sensors can I download the app on my phone and use it that way or do I need to buy the reader?
I would prefer to use the sensor and phone app
Hope you don’t mind me asking.
Tracey
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To get it on prescription you need to be type 1 on insulin and your local CCG needs to approve it.
My consultant has said to me that in about a year they should accept type2 on insulin
 
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