What are the benefits of using Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM)?
Dexcom Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) tracks glucose levels throughout the day and night.
1. Optional alerts let you know you if your sensor readings are too high or low
Your Dexcom CGM system takes sensor readings every 5 minutes, 24/7, and translate them into dynamic data to show glucose direction and rate of change.
2. Zero fingersticks!* Designed to deliver accurate glucose readings without calibrations
Enjoy the freedom of managing your diabetes without having to prick your fingers! The Dexcom Continuous Glucose Monitoring systems are designed to deliver accurate glucose readings without calibrations. Dexcom CGM eliminates the need to take fingerstick measurements using a blood glucose meter.*
3. Know your sensor glucose readings with just a glance**
Unlike blood glucose meters, which require a deliberate action to get a reading, a CGM system works continuously all day, even while you are asleep.
Your Dexcom CGM can provide you with 288 glucose readings every day. The display device will display your current glucose level and where it is heading; up, down, and at what pace. You get the full picture of your glucose levels & trends, all day every day.
4. Get one step closer to better diabetes management1,2,3
Dexcom CGM technology can help you achieve your diabetes treatment goals. With Continuous Glucose Monitoring, you get the full picture of your glucose levels. You can see in real time how things such as food, exercise or stress affect your levels. It can help you make timely treatment decisions and help to minimise those rollercoaster highs and lows.
5. Helps to reduce1,2 hypoglycaemia - day and night
When activated, the low glucose alert warns you if you are falling below your pre-set low glucose levels, so you can take the necessary action. You can select the low threshold that suits you best or is agreed on with your health care professional and customise the alert sound or vibration.
6. Enjoy more peace of mind4,5
Whether it is getting the good night’s sleep you deserve or simply enjoying some time outdoor with friends and family, Dexcom CGM can transform the way you live your life with diabetes and help you move closer to better diabetes management1,2,3. Give it a try yourself! It doesn’t take long to see what a difference it can make.
*Fingersticks required when symptoms or expectations do not match CGM readings.
** Check your smartphone compatibility at dexcom.com/compatibility.
** Check your smartphone compatibility at dexcom.com/compatibility.
1 Šoupal J, et al. Diabetes Care 2020;43(1):37–43.
2 Beck RW et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.
3 Beck RW, et al. Ann Intern Med. 2017;167(6):365-374.
4 Lind M, et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):379–87.
5 Polonsky WH, et al. Diabetes Care. 2017;40(6):736-41
2 Beck RW et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.
3 Beck RW, et al. Ann Intern Med. 2017;167(6):365-374.
4 Lind M, et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):379–87.
5 Polonsky WH, et al. Diabetes Care. 2017;40(6):736-41
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