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meters

  1. Rol

    Differing BG Readings - Different Meters <>5.0mmol

    I'm a bit concerned at the differing readings I have been getting from my BG Meters and wondered if others have found the same. I'm not sure whether I can name the devices but the one I have been using for a couple of years has always given me what I thought were sound readings. And when I...
    • Rol
    • Thread
    • bg levels bg meter blood meters different high bg meters new meter range test results
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Pumping and Technology
  2. Diabetes UK

    Meds & Kits Guide

    Thought some members may find this useful. It lists all diabetes medication eg. tablets, non-insulin injectable and insulin and provides details of side affects, duration times of insulin, manufacturers, brand names... It also lists different kit and devices with thorough details about...
    • Diabetes UK
    • Thread
    • blood glucose monitor gliclazide insulin insulin pen insulin pump meters metformin
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Links
  3. Lanny

    Getting free upgraded meters from Freestyle

    I finally got an answer to my email to Freestyle Abbott I sent last month about upgrading my Freestyle mini meter I’ve been using for 10+ years, maybe even as long as 15?! :rolleyes: I’d forgotten about it & was surprised by their email yesterday. They were happy to send me a free meter upon...
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