Tips For Wearing Your Sensor; Remove And Replace Your Sensor - Abbott FreeStyle Libre 2 Get Started

Tips for Wearing
Your Sensor
Clothing *
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Hold your iPhone or reader within 1.5 inches of your
sensor to scan through your clothes. Be careful when
placing or removing clothing so as not to dislodge or
loosen the sensor.
Traveling
System is safe to use while on an aircraft. Do not expose
the sensor to airport full-body scanners. Request another
type of screening to avoid removing your sensor.
Medical Procedures
Notify your healthcare provider and remove your sensor
when necessary. Exposing the sensor to MRI, CT scan,
diathermy, or X-ray may cause damage and incorrect
readings.
Exercising
Use skin adhesive if sweating loosens sensor. Try an
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over-bandage if playing contact sports.
Showering, Bathing, and Swimming
Sensor is water-resistant. Do not submerge more than
3 feet (1 meter) or keep underwater longer than
30 minutes at a time. Gently pat dry after getting it wet.
* The reader can capture data from the sensor when it is within 1 cm to 4 cm of the sensor. † The FreeStyle Libre 2 app is
only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check our website for more information about device
compatibility before using the app. Use of FreeStyle Libre 2 app requires registration with LibreView. ‡ Over-bandage must be
applied at the time of sensor application. The opening/hole in the center of the sensor must not be covered. Additional medical
grade bandages/tape can be applied, but do not remove bandages/tape once applied until sensor is ready for removal.
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Remove and Replace
Your Sensor
Remove Sensor
The reader/iPhone* will notify you when it's time to remove
the sensor. Pull up the adhesive edge that keeps the sensor
attached to your skin and then slowly peel from your skin in
a single motion.
Replace Sensor
Remember to choose a different spot on the back of your upper
arm to apply the new sensor. This will help avoid skin irritation.
Sensor Disposal
The sensor should be disposed of in accordance with all
applicable local regulations related to the disposal of electronic
equipment, batteries, sharps, and materials potentially exposed
to body fluids.
Products that can be helpful for removal but are optional:
• Baby Oil: Moisturizes skin
• Remove™ Adhesive: Removes adhesive residue on the skin
• UNI-SOLVE™ Adhesive Remover: Formulated to reduce
adhesive trauma to the skin by thoroughly dissolving dressing
* The FreeStyle Libre 2 app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check our website
for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of FreeStyle Libre 2 app requires registration with
LibreView. † Abbott Diabetes Care ("ADC") is not affiliated with the manufacturers of the products listed. Reference to third-party
products does not constitute or imply an endorsement, recommendation, sponsorship or favoring of any product or manufacturer.
ADC is not responsible for the completeness or accuracy of any information regarding third-party products. ADC makes no
representations, expressed or implied, regarding third-party products or their manufacturers, quality or suitability for you.
Manufacturers' instructions for use of each product should be followed.
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