NICE now recommends Hybrid Closed Loop (HCL) systems for selected people with type 1 diabetes2

The new NICE technology appraisal recommendation means more people with type 1 diabetes qualify for HCL systems. Choose the FreeStyle Libre 3 sensor which is authorized to work with the mylife Loop1 AID system. Find out more.

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The FreeStyle Libre 2 system

Discover the #1 sensor-based glucose monitoring system used worldwide1 – now with real-time glucose readings sent right to your smartphone

 

Animated photo of a man checking his glucose readings while having dinner.
Animated photo of a man checking his glucose readings while having dinner.
Animated photo of a man checking his glucose readings while having dinner.

96% of FreeStyle Libre users would recommend it to others2

Real-time

The sensor sends your glucose readings every minute to your smartphone◊,ǁ  so you can easily3 see how food, activity and medication impact your sugar levels.

No Finger Pricks

Easy to useand comfortable3 to wear for up to 14 days.

Lowers your HbA1c

Proven to significantly lower your HbA1c.5,9

The FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor

The sensor sends real time glucose readings to your smartphone. It updates the reading every minute and stores up to 8 hours of glucose readings in 15 minute intervals. Designed to be water-resistant, it can be worn for up to 14 days, even during activities like swimming, showering, and exercising.

*Please read the Terms & Conditions of Sale before purchasing.
IMPORTANT: The FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System is indicated for measuring interstitial fluid glucose levels in people (age 4 and older) with diabetes mellitus, including pregnant women. The FreeStyle LibreLink app and the FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor are designed to replace blood glucose testing in the self-management of diabetes, including dosing of insulin.

The indication for children (age 4 - 12) is limited to those who are supervised by a caregiver who is at least 18 years of age. The caregiver is responsible for managing or assisting the child to manage the App and Sensor and also for interpreting or assisting the child to interpret Sensor glucose readings.

How to attach your FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor

 

The #1 sensor-based glucose monitoring system
used worldwide1

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Real-time
monitoring

  • Excellent accuracy6

  • Reading every minute on your smartphone

  • Optional, real-time alarms¤

  • Alerts on smartwatch^

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Easy and
painless3

  • No finger pricks

  • Easy to use4

  • Painless to apply and wear3

  • Better understanding of the glucose fluctuations7

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Discreet and
convenient

  • Small, discreet sensor

  • Worn up to 14 days

  • Waterproof sensor

  • Reader available

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Easy
connections

  • Connect to smart insulin pen8

  • Connect to caregivers§

  • Connect to Healthcare Professionals

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Proven
benefits

  • Increases Time in Range9 in T1D

  • Lowers HbA1c5,10

  • Improves quality of life7

Discover first-hand experiences from FreeStyle Libre users

Making the same childhood memories as everyone

Diabetes - no longer a side dish in my life

   

Availability on prescription

If you live in England, Wales or Scotland, check the latest guidelines on who should be offered a sensor-based glucose monitor on the NHS.

If you get FreeStyle Libre 2 sensors on the NHS, you should also get the other things you need like repeat prescriptions for sensors and blood test strips.

Speak to your healthcare team about how to get a flash glucose monitoring system on prescription

  

Eligibility guidance

Adults with Type 1 diabetes

Children and young people with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes

Adults with Type 2 diabetes

 
 

Try the FreeStyle Libre 2 glucose sensor now for free

 

App or reader: important information

If you start your FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor with your FreeStyle Libre 2 reader you will not receive real-time glucose readings, even if you use the updated FreeStyle LibreLink app as your second device. You will need to scan to get your glucose reading on both devices. Glucose alarms are only received on the device used to start the sensor.

 
References & Disclaimers

Images are for illustrative purposes only. Not real patient or data.

1. Data on file, Abbott Diabetes Care. Data based on the number of users worldwide for the FreeStyle Libre systems compared to the number of users for other leading personal use sensor based glucose monitoring systems.

2. Survey conducted by Abbott Diabetes Care, 96% of FSL users (n=9136) would recommend it to others. Data on file, Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc. (Feb 22)

3. Haak, T. Diabetes Ther. (2017): https://doi.org/10.1007/s13300-016-0223-6

4. Data on file, Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc.

5. Yaron, M. Diabetes Care (2019): https://doi.org/10.2337/dc18-0166

6. Alva S. et al, Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology, (September 2020). http://doi.org/10.1177/1932296820958754

7. Fokkert, M. BMJ Open Diab Res Care (2019): https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjdrc-2019-000809

8. FreeStyle LibreLink works with FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor and is only compatible with NovoPen® 6 and NovoPen Echo® Plus.

9. Leelarathna, L. N Engl J Med. (2022): DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa2205650

10. Evans, M. Diabetes Ther (2020): https://doi.org/10.1007/s13300-019-00720-0

◊ The FreeStyle LibreLink app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check the website for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of FreeStyle LibreLink may require registration with LibreView.

ǁ Glucose readings are automatically displayed in the FreeStyle LibreLink app only when your smartphone and sensor are connected and in range.

† Finger pricks are required if glucose readings and alarms do not match symptoms or expectations.

¤ Notifications will only be received when alarms are turned on and the sensor is within 20ft of the reading device.

^ To receive alarms from the FreeStyle LibreLink app on your smartwatch, alarms must be turned ON, your phone and smartwatch must be connected, and your devices configured to deliver notifications. Smartwatch notification mirroring on the FreeStyle LibreLink app has only been tested with certain smartwatches and operating systems. Please check the website for more information about smartwatch compatibility.

§ The LibreLinkUp app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check www.librelinkup.com for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of LibreLinkUp requires registration with LibreView. The LibreLinkUp mobile app is not intended to be a primary glucose monitor: home users must consult their primary device(s) and consult a healthcare professional before making any medical interpretation and therapy adjustments from the information provided by the app.

︽ Glucose readings are automatically displayed in the FreeStyle LibreLink app only when your smartphone and sensor are connected and in range.

₼ 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 device 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.

₸ Sensor is water resistant in up to 1 metre (3 feet) of water for a maximum of 30 minutes. Do not immerse longer than 30 minutes. Not to be used above 10,000 feet. 

φ For a complete glycaemic picture, scan once every 8 hours during signal loss when using the FreeStyle LibreLink app. Reader users need to scan once every 8 hours for a complete glycaemic picture.

~ Daily Patterns needs at least 5 days of glucose data.

‡ 60-minute warm-up required when applying the sensor.

 

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