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The FreeStyle Libre 3 system

Applying the sensor

Removing & replacing your sensor

Setting up the app* & starting the sensor

Setting up glucose alarms on the FreeStyle Libre 3 app*

Viewing your glucose on the FreeStyle Libre 3 app*

Getting the most out of reports

Share data to the LibreLinkUp app

Share glucose data with your doctor using LibreView§

The FreeStyle Libre 2 system

Applying the sensor

Removing & replacing your sensor

Getting your first reading

Viewing glucose trends and patterns

Using alarmsII with the FreeStyle Libre 2 app

Using alarmsII with the FreeStyle Libre 2 reader

The FreeStyle Libre 14 day system

How to apply the FreeStyle Libre 14 day sensor

How to remove & replace the FreeStyle Libre 14 day sensor

The FreeStyle Libre 14 day Flash Glucose Monitoring System is indicated for the management of diabetes in persons aged 18 and older.

FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 3 systems are indicated for use in people with diabetes ages 4 and older.

Medicare coverage is available for FreeStyle Libre systems if their respective readers are used to review glucose data on some days every month. Medicare and other third party payor criteria apply.

Abbott provides this information as a courtesy, it is subject to change and interpretation. The customer is ultimately responsible for determining the appropriate codes, coverage, and payment policies for individual patients. Abbott does not guarantee third party coverage or payment for our products or reimburse customers for claims that are denied by third party payors.

* The FreeStyle Libre 3 app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check our compatibility guide for more information about device compatibility before using the app. 

† Notifications will only be received when alarms are turned on and the sensor is within 33 feet unobstructed of the reading device. You must enable the appropriate settings on your smartphone to receive alarms and alerts, see the FreeStyle Libre 3 User’s Manual for more information

‡ The LibreLinkUp app is only compatible with certain mobile device and operating systems. Please check www.librelinkup.com for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of the LibreLinkUp app requires registration with LibreView. LibreLinkUp is not intended to be used for dosing decisions. The user should follow instructions on the continuous glucose monitoring system. LibreLinkUp is not intended to replace self-monitoring practices as advised by a physician.

§ The LibreView data management software is intended for use by both patients and healthcare professionals to assist people with diabetes and their healthcare professionals in the review, analysis and evaluation of historical glucose meter data to support effective diabetes management. The LibreView software is not intended to provide treatment decisions or to be used as a substitute for professional healthcare advice.

II Notifications will only be received when alarms are turned on with the appropriate settings and the sensor is within 20 feet unobstructed of the reading device.

¶ The FreeStyle Libre 2 app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check our compatibility guide for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of the FreeStyle Libre 2 app requires registration with LibreView.

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Important Safety Information

FreeStyle Libre 14 day, FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 3 systems: Failure to use FreeStyle Libre systems as instructed in labeling may result in missing a severe low or high glucose event and/or making a treatment decision, resulting in injury. If glucose reading and alarms (if enabled) do not match symptoms or expectations, use a fingerstick value from a blood glucose meter for treatment decisions. Seek medical attention when appropriate or contact Abbott at 855‑632‑8658 or FreeStyleLibre.us for safety info.

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This website and the information contained herein is intended for use by residents of the United States.

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