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Not stacking insulin is important, whether you use your meter, your Dexcom G5 Mobile, or
both.
Some users have reported that performance may vary significantly between sensors; pay
attention to how each newly inserted sensor is working for you when deciding whether
to make treatment decisions based on your readings. See the user guide for more
information on what to do if your readings and meter values or symptoms don't match. If
your readings don't consistently match your symptoms or meter values, then talk to your
HCP about how you should be using the system to help manage your diabetes. Your HCP
can help you decide how you should best use this device.
Once you and your HCP are comfortable, you're ready to make treatment decisions using
your Dexcom G5 Mobile! Try it out using these flow charts.
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When in doubt: In some situations you may feel less confident in
your readings (for example, the first day of your sensor or when
your glucose is rapidly changing).
When in doubt get your meter out.
No number, no arrow, no treatment decision: Always use your
meter if you don't have a number and arrow.
Insulin Stacking: Don't take insulin doses too close together, or
"stack" insulin. You don't want to go low; wait at least 2 hours
between doses. Sometimes, it's best to watch and wait.