Freestyle Libre 2+ - Recently diagnosed with type 2

Hanne

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Hello,

I was diagnosed not long ago with type 2 and I am taking metformin once a day (with atorvastatin).

My cousin (type 1 most of her life) recommended trying the Freestyle Libre 2+, and I have just started my free trial today with the sensor on my arm. I am not entitled to it free on the NHS and would be self-funding.

I just have a question about disposal - I understand that the remainder of the applicator and the sensor (once used) both need to go into the sharps bin. How do I go about that? Can I go to a pharmacy and give it to them to dispose of? Can the remainder of the sensor once removed go into the normal bin?

Many thanks in advance!
 
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