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FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitoring systems (CGMs) are more affordable than you think. They are clinically proven to lower A1c for people living with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes^27,37,216 – making it well worth the investment.

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An investment that pays off.

See clinically proven results for people like you who are benefiting from FreeStyle Libre CGMs.

Proven benefits for insulin users with diabetes

Clinically shown to help reduce A1c in people living with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) and insulin-requiring Type 2 diabetes (T2D)^27,37,216

Type 1 diabetes

Reduced A1c by 0.53%

Reduce A1c by 0.53% after 12-16 weeks, in adults with T1D using FreeStyle Libre²⁷

Type 2 diabetes

Reduced A1c by 0.82%

Reduce A1c by 0.82% after 10 weeks, in people with T2D using multiple daily insulin injections and FreeStyle Libre³⁷

Type 2 diabetes

Reduced A1c by 1.1%

Reduce A1c by 1.1% after 22 weeks, in people with T2D using basal insulin and FreeStyle Libre²¹⁶

Lowering A1c reduces your risk of diabetes related complications

FreeStyle Libre systems have been shown to help reduce hypos in insulin-using people with both T1D and T2D^28,4

Type 1 diabetes

Reduced hypo by 38%

People with T1D spent 38% less time in hypoglycemia, after 6 months²⁸

Type 2 diabetes

Reduced hypo by 43%

People with T2D spent 43% less time spent in hypoglycemia, after 6 months⁴

A reduction in hypoglycemic episodes could help you enjoy a better quality of life⁷ and reduce diabetes-related hospital admissions²¹⁷

Proven benefits for non-insulin users with Type 2 diabetes

Clinically proven to reduce A1c in people living with Type 2 diabetes (T2D)^{37,216,218,219}

Non-insulin therapy

Reduced A1c by 1.6%

Reduce A1c by 1.6% after 22 weeks, in people using non-insulin therapy and FreeStyle Libre²¹⁶

Basal insulin

Reduced A1c by 1.1%

Reduce A1c by 1.1% after 22 weeks, in people with T2D using basal insulin and FreeStyle Libre²¹⁶

Lowering HbA1c reduces your risk of diabetes related complications

In patients with T2D, oral medications have shown to reduce A1c by 0.60% to 1.12%²¹⁸

Proven benefits in children and teenagers with diabetes²²⁰

Children and teenagers successfully improve their glucose control with FreeStyle Libre systems

Increase TIR by 1hr

Increases time in range by 1 hour/day²⁰(70 mg/dL to 180 mg/dL)

Reduce daily finger prick

Reduces the need for daily finger pricks by 79%^10,20

Reduce A1c by 0.4%

Significantly reduces A1c by 0.4%²⁰

Increase monitoring frequency

Increases the frequency of glucose monitoring to 13 times per day²⁰

94% of teenagers made their own insulin dosing decisions²⁰

FreeStyle Libre improves overall diabetes management of children and helps caregivers manage glucose levels

Outstanding low-end accuracy when it matters most^5,221

98.8% accuracy of glucose readings in children (percentage within ± 20mg/dL)⁵

Parents and caregivers can rely on the FreeStyle Libre system to make treatment decisions without finger pricks¹⁰ even when glucose is low or falling

Proven results during pregnancy

FreeStyle Libre is an easy, safe, and effective way to check glucose levels for use during pregnancy for people with²²²:

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Type 1 diabetes

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Type 2 diabetes

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Gestational diabetes mellitus

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Any stage of pregnancy

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Insulin therapy

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Using metformin

FreeStyle Libre systems can improve overall diabetes management during pregnancy and helps you improve your glucose levels

Here’s what users are saying about FreeStyle Libre systems compared to self-monitoring blood glucose, during pregnancy²²²

100% agree it’s less painful

98% agree it’s less stressful

95% agree it’s more discreet

94% agree it’s easier to use

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Learn from others who have been there.

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"I get my glucose readings instantly."

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"This technology is revelation for both your life and your health!"

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"It reduces the need for frequent blood sugar checks and alerts me when my sugars are out of my set range.”

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Getting started with FreeStyle Libre.

See how easy it is to apply^4,5, set up², and use⁴ your FreeStyle Libre system for the first time and gain valuable insights into your glucose trends.

Learn the Basics

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Every glucose reading tells a story.

FreeStyle Libre gives you a complete picture¹⁷ of where your glucose is and where it’s headed so you can see what affect your glucose levels.

Understand Your Data

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