FreeStyle Libre 2 offers real-time automatic* glucose readings sent directly to your smartphone. With FreeStyle Libre 2, see how food, exercise and medication impact your glucose levels.2 A quick, painless1 scan can also be used in the event Bluetooth® is interrupted. FreeStyle Libre 2 is comprised of life-changing technology that offers a 14-day2 glucose sensor worn on the back of the upper arm. To monitor your glucose levels, the FreeStyle Libre 2 reader or FreeStyle Libre 2 app (compatible with iOS & Android devices) is required.

The FreeStyle Libre 2 System (FreeStyle Libre 2 Reader or FreeStyle Libre 2 app used with FreeStyle libre 2 Sensor) is designed to replace blood glucose testing in the self-management of diabetes, including dosing insulin, in people aged 4 years and older with diabetes mellitus. The System measures glucose levels from the interstial fluid - a thin layer of fluid that surrounds the cells of the tissues in your skin. Glucose is found in the interstial fluid because it moves there from blood vessels. The FreeStyle Libre 2 system is...§ Informative - Optional, real-time glucose alarms let you know the minute your glucose is too low or too high Convenient - Sensor automatically updates glucose readings every minute and sends them directly to your smartphone.* Discreet - Painless2 glucose readings with a 1-second scan, even through clothing¶ Easy - The FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor: o Is designed to stay on the body for up to 14 days1 o Is water-resistant and designed to be worn while bathing, showering, swimming‡ or exercising Accurate - No routine confirmatory finger pricks† required for treatment decisions, even when glucose is low, falling or rapidly changing Reduces A1C - Clinically proven to: o Lower A1C without increasing hypoglycemia3 o Improve time in range4 Covered - Covered publicly in many provinces and by most private health insurance plans
Applying your sensor: 1. Wash using only non-moisturing, fragrance-free soaps to the area that you will apply your sensor. 2. Clean using the alcohol wipe provided in the sensor kit to remove any oily residue on the skin. 3. Dry and allow your skin to fully dry before applying the sensor. Tips: 1. Shave any excess arm hair as it can get caught between the sensor adhesive and skin 2. After a shower or swim, take extra care when towelling off to avoid catching or pulling the sensor 3. Try to give your sensor room by wearing loose-fitting clothing and lightweight material 4. Be sure to select a site on the back of your upper arm that will minimize the risk of it coming off, and consider using an over-bandage and/or any of the items on the previous page 5. Avoid playing with or pulling the sensor while wearing it Making your sensor stay put: Add extra stickiness with these products to help ensure your sensor stays in place. 1. Torbot Skin Tac - https://torbot.com/ 2. Skin-Prep Protective Wipes - https://www.smith-nephew.com/ 3. Mastisol Liquid Adhesive - https://eloquesthealthcare.com/ 4. Calilon No-Sting Barrier Film - https://www.3mcanada.ca/3M/en_CA/company-ca/ 5. Tagaderm I.V. - https://www.3mcanada.ca/3M/en_CA/company-ca/ 6. Over-Bandage - A medical-grade adhesive; bandage or tape. If using, it must be applied at the time of sensor application. It is important that you only remove it when your sensor wear is over as the sensor may come loose when peeling it off. Be sure to leave the opening/hole in the centre of the sensor uncovered so it can breathe.