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Monday, March 17, 2008

FreeStyle Navigator Continuous Glucose Monitor Approved in US

Filed under: Medicine , Pediatrics

The FDA just gave Abbott approval to market its FreeStyle Navigator continuous glucose monitor in the US. The device received the European CE mark of approval last June.

Some features of the system from the product page:

  • Customizable early-warning alarms 10, 20, or 30 minutes in advance to significantly reduce hypoglycemic and hyperglycemic episodes
  • Continuous glucose readings each minute, providing real-time access to information. Only the FreeStyle Navigator system provides readings every minute
  • TRU™ Directional Arrow technology to accurately project glucose direction and rate of change
  • Suitable for everyday activities-including exercise, bathing, and swimming
  • Contains a built-in FreeStyle® meter for convenient calibration (minimum of 4 calibrations averaged over the total 5 day period) and confirmatory blood glucose tests
  • Sensor continuously worn on body for up to 5 days
  • Wireless transmitter sends glucose readings to the receiver anywhere within a 10-foot range
  • Graphs and reports show glucose patterns

    • Press release: FDA Approves Abbott's FreeStyle Navigator® Continuous Glucose Monitoring System...

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    Why are you afraid to say how much it costs? Are you afraid you will scare off potential buyers it is so High?


    Posted by: Ray
    on May 26, 2008 10:54 AM GMT

    No kidding about the cost. Why isn't it advertised?

    Also, why all the hoops to jump through on their website, i.e. prove that you need it, etc., in order to purchase it? If a "request form" isn't required to get any other kind of monitor, then it shouldn't be required to get this one.

    Is this a marketing gimmick to make you feel like you are ASKING for something, rather than buying their product? If they want my money, don't act like I'm coming cap in hand.

    I am ALWAYS wary when I see this kind of thing with any new product where I am unable to immediately get the basic info on how much it costs and am required to DO something extra in order to get it.


    Posted by: Mike
    on November 9, 2008 09:46 AM GMT

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