The Dexcom CGM systems give you a full picture of your glucose numbers and trends to help you better manage your diabetes, so you can live a healthier, more confident life.
*Finger pricks required for diabetes treatment decisions if symptoms or expectations do not match readings.
Better informed treatment decisions.‡
Customisable alerts.
Lower HbA1c. More time in range.1,2,3,4
Sensor |
10-day lifespan |
Small sensor |
— |
2-hour warm up |
— |
Water resistance 2.4m - up to 24 hours |
Alerts |
Customisable sound and volume |
High and Low alerts |
Urgent Low alert |
— |
— |
Alert schedule |
Apps |
Dexcom G6 app |
Follow app§ – circle of support (max 10) |
Clarity app – healthcare professionals |
Connectivity |
Smartphone iOS and Android* |
Smartwatch when connected with a smartphone** |
Dexcom Receiver |
Seamless integration with a selection of insulin pumps‖ |
Wear Location |
Back of arm |
Abdomen |
Upper buttocks (children only 2-17 years) |
Sensor |
10-day lifespan |
Smallest Dexcom sensor |
All-in-one sensor and transmitter |
30-minute warm up |
12-hour grace period |
Waterproof 2.4m - up to 24 hours |
Alerts |
Customisable sound and volume |
High and Low alerts |
Urgent Low alert |
Delay 1st Alert |
Silent mode‖ |
Alert schedule |
Apps |
Dexcom G7 app |
Follow app§ – circle of support (max 10) |
Clarity app – healthcare professionals |
Connectivity |
Smartphone iOS and Android* |
Smartwatch when connected with a smartphone** |
Dexcom Receiver |
— |
Wear Location |
Back of arm |
Abdomen |
Upper buttocks (children only 2-6 years) |
References:
* Finger pricks required for diabetes treatment decisions if symptoms or expectations do not match readings.
† Dexcom G6 User Guide
‡ Discuss with your HCP on how to use CGM information to manage diabetes.
§ Internet connectivity required for data sharing. Following requires the use of the Follow App. Followers should always confirm readings on the Dexcom G6 App or Receiver before making treatment decisions.
‖ Dexcom G6 is compatible with a selection of insulin pumps, including the Tandem t:slim and CamAPS FX.
1 Beck RW, et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.
2 Welsh JB, et al. Comparisons of Fifth-, Sixth-, and Seventh-Generation Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems. J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2022:19322968221099879.
3 Beck RW, et al. Continuous glucose monitoring versus usual care in patients with type 2 diabetes receiving multiple daily insulin injections: A randomized trial. Ann Intern Med. 2017;167(6):365-374.
4 Martens T, et al. Effect of continuous glucose monitoring on glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes treated with basal insulin: A randomized clinical trial. JAMA. 2021;325(22):2262-2272.