Everything you love about the FreeStyle Libre 2 system - now with real-time glucose readings sent right to your smartphone!*
Everything you love about the FreeStyle Libre 2 system - now with real-time glucose readings sent right to your smartphone!*
With the updated FreeStyle Libre 2 system, you’ll know the minute your glucose is too low or too high, so you can manage your diabetes with confidence.1
Now You Know
Upgrading to the next-generation FreeStyle Libre 2 system is easy!
The FreeStyle Libre 2 system is publicly covered by several Canadian provinces and by most private health insurance plans.
Now You Know
Managing diabetes isn’t always easy. Check out the “Managing Diabetes” page for info and resources that can help!
Take a look at the updated FreeStyle Libre 2 system
Sensor application
Easiest sensor to apply‡ (no in-person patient training required)2
Sensor memory storage
8 hours3
Glucose readings
Minute-to-minute readings sent right to your smartphone*
Sensor warm-up time
1 hour3
Glucose alarms
Optional alarms§ alert you the minute your glucose is too low or too high3
Calibration
Not required3
Sensor lifespan
14 days3
Public coverage
Publicly covered in Ontario,¶ Quebec,** Saskatchewan,†† Manitoba‡‡ and Prince Edward Island,§§ the Yukon,¶¶ British Columbia***and by the NIHB††† program
Getting started with the FreeStyle Libre 2 system is easy!
Register for the MyFreeStyle GETTING STARTED program to request a FREE FreeStyle Libre 2 trial kit‡‡‡ and get hands-on support to help you set up your new system.
Get the most out of your FreeStyle Libre 2 system!
Sign up to receive ongoing support, product updates and tips for using your FreeStyle Libre 2 system.
* The FreeStyle Libre 2 app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check the Compatibility Guide (PDF 69 KB) for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of FreeStyle Libre 2 may require registration with LibreView.
† Based on the number of users worldwide for the FreeStyle Libre system compared to the number of users for other leading personal-use sensor-based glucose monitoring systems.
‡ Based on a comparison to Dexcom G6.
§ Notifications will only be received when alarms are turned on and the sensor is within 20 feet unobstructed of the reading device. You must enable the appropriate settings on your smartphone to receive alarms and alerts; see the FreeStyle Libre 2 User’s Manual for more information.
¶ For people managing diabetes with insulin.
** To be eligible for FreeStyle Libre 2 reimbursement in Quebec, criteria are as follows: under the age of 18 and living with type 1 diabetes; over the age of 18, living with diabetes and meets the following two criteria: is on intensive insulin therapy (insulin pump treatment or ≥3 insulin injections per day), and has frequent hypoglycemic events during the last year, despite adherence to a blood sugar management plan.
†† The FreeStyle Libre 2 system is covered under the Saskatchewan government-sponsored drug plan for those between the ages of 4 and 17 who manage their diabetes with insulin or have hyperinsulinism.
‡‡ For patients living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, who are currently on both basal and bolus insulin or using an insulin pump.
§§ Those eligible for reimbursement in Prince Edward Island must be 4 years of age or older, be taking three or more daily injections of insulin or using an insulin pump, and must be enrolled in the Diabetes Glucose Sensor Program.
¶¶ For people over 4 years of age with Type 1 Diabetes.
*** BC Residents 4 years of age or older living with diabetes, who require multiple daily injections, or insulin pump therapy, and have one of the following symptoms: hypoglycemia unawareness, frequent and unpredictable hypoglycemic episodes, unpredictable swings in blood glucose, at least one functional restriction that inhibits the use of blood glucose test strips, an occupation where hypoglycemia presents a significant safety risk.
††† FreeStyle Libre 2 system (reader and sensors) is a limited use benefit for individuals who are currently managing their diabetes with insulin.
‡‡‡ Sensors are available for eligible patients who meet the labelling requirements of 4 years or older with diabetes. Limit: one per registrant.
References:
The FreeStyle Libre 2 flash glucose monitoring system is indicated for measuring interstitial fluid glucose levels in people aged 4 years and older with diabetes mellitus. Always read and follow the label/insert.
The FreeStyle Libre flash glucose monitoring system is indicated for measuring interstitial fluid glucose levels in adults aged 18 years and older with diabetes mellitus. Always read and follow the label/insert.
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