Automatic glucose readings sent straight to your smartphone*
With Dexcom Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Systems, you can easily track and understand your glucose levels to manage your diabetes with more confidence.
Automatic readings
Get automatic glucose readings every 5 minutes without finger pricks.† Share them with family and friends who support you‡
Exceptional accuracy§
Glucose readings you can trust† for better ‘in the moment’ diabetes treatment decisions||
Proven results
Lower HbA1C and spend more time in range to improve your health and overall wellbeing1-5
Easy and Intuitive
Small, comfortable and discreet,¶,2 with up to 3 wear locations# and customisable high and low alerts
*Finger pricks required for diabetes treatment decisions if symptoms or expectations do not match readings.
Type 1 Diabetes and Dexcom
Find out how Dexcom can help you better manage your type 1 diabetes, giving you greater control.
Type 2 Diabetes and Dexcom
Discover how Dexcom can give you more confidence to better manage your type 2 diabetes.
Did you know that you may be eligible for NHS funding for Dexcom?
Meet the Dexcom CGM Systems
Best for people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes who are looking for an easy CGM that's available on prescription.
- Our smallest sensor to date
- Dexcom Follow‡
- Basic alerts for simplified diabetes management
- Faster warm up - 30 minutes
£35 ex VAT†† (10 day sensor)
Best for people with type 1 diabetes who may need extra support, such as people who are hypo unaware, pregnant or children, and those that want connectivity with insulin delivery systems and health or lifestyle apps.
- Small sensor
- Dexcom Follow‡
- More alerts
- Fast warm up - 2 hours
Connects with a range of insulin delivery systems and lifestyle apps
£51.25 ex VAT†† (10 day sensor)
Best for people with type 1 diabetes who may need extra support, such as people who are hypo unaware, pregnant or children, and those that want connectivity with insulin delivery systems and health or lifestyle apps.
- Our smallest sensor to date
- Dexcom Follow‡
- Suite of alerts
- Faster warm up - 30 minutes
- Connects directly to Apple Watch**
Connects with Tandem t:slim X2 insulin pump and lifestyle apps
£51.25 ex VAT†† (10 day sensor)
Meet our community of Dexcom Warriors‡‡
Dexcom Warriors are a community who come together to share stories, show support and spread a message of strength to other people and families living with diabetes.
The Dexcom CGM Blog
Can I Use CGM for Type 2 Diabetes?
People with type 2 diabetes can benefit from the use of continuous glucose monitoring systems. NICE recommends it for people with T2D who use insulin, are pregnant or children.
A Guide to Blood Sugar Monitoring
What is blood sugar monitoring and how does it affect your diabetes? Find out more about monitoring glucose levels and how Dexcom can support your everyday needs.
Are Dexcom CGM Systems Easy and Painless?
Are you worried that continuous glucose monitors hurt and are complicated? Dexcom CGM Systems are proven to be easy to use and virtually painless.
Still have questions?
We’re here to help
Visit Dexcom’s support centre for new customer, existing customer and technical support enquiries. You can also see some helpful FAQs to get you started.
References:
* Display devices sold separately. For a list of compatible smart devices, please visit www.dexcom.com/compatibility.
† Finger pricks required for diabetes treatment decisions if symptoms or expectations do not match readings.
‡ Internet connectivity required for data sharing. Following requires the use of the Dexcom Follow App on a compatible smart device. Followers should always confirm readings on the Dexcom CGM App or receiver before making treatment decisions.
§ Dexcom G6, Dexcom G7 and Dexcom ONE+ User Guides.
|| Discuss with your HCP on how to use CGM information to manage diabetes.
¶ Compared to prior generation Dexcom CGM Systems.
# Dexcom G6 can be worn on the back of the upper arms, abdomen and upper buttocks for children ages 2-17. Dexcom G7 and Dexcom ONE+ can be worn on the back of the upper arms, abdomen and upper buttocks for children ages 2-6.
** Compatible device required for CGM data on smartwatch when connected to a smartphone. Compatible smartphone is required to pair a new Dexcom G7 sensor with an Apple Watch. Dexcom G7 users must continuously have their smartphone within 6 meters to utilise the Share/Follow features. Apple Watch is not capable of Share/Follow.
†† If you have diabetes, you can claim VAT relief.
‡‡ Warriors are sponsored spokespeople for Dexcom.
§§ Results obtained with Dexcom G7 study.
¶¶ Patients reported 92% of Dexcom G7 sensors were comfortable to wear (mild, no discomfort), which shares similar features and the usability of Dexcom ONE+.
## Patients reported 84% of Dexcom G6 sensor insertions felt painless (mild, no pain).
1 Beck RW, et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.
2 Welsh JB, et al. J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2022:19322968221099879.
3 Aleppo G, et al. Diabetes Care. 2021;44(12):2729-2737.
4 Beck RW, et al. Ann Intern Med. 2017;167(6):365-374.
5 Lind M, et al. Diabetes Care. 2021;44(1):141-149.
6 Diabetes (type 1 and type 2) in children and young people: diagnosis and management: Recommendations. NICE guideline [NG18]. Updated May 11, 2023. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng18/chapter/Recommendations.
7 Type 2 diabetes in adults: management: Recommendations. NICE guideline [NG28]. Updated June 29, 2022. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng28/chapter/Recommendations.
8 Diabetes in pregnancy: management from preconception to the postnatal period: Recommendations. NICE guideline [NG3]. Updated December 16, 2020. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng3/chapter/Recommendations.
9 Gilbert TR, et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2021;23(S1):S35-S39.
10 Dexcom, Data on File, 2022.
11 Shah VN et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2018;20(6):428-433.
12 Dexcom, Data on File, 2020.
* Display devices sold separately. For a list of compatible smart devices, please visit www.dexcom.com/compatibility.
† Finger pricks required for diabetes treatment decisions if symptoms or expectations do not match readings.
‡ Internet connectivity required for data sharing. Following requires the use of the Dexcom Follow App on a compatible smart device. Followers should always confirm readings on the Dexcom CGM App or receiver before making treatment decisions.
§ Dexcom G6, Dexcom G7 and Dexcom ONE+ User Guides.
|| Discuss with your HCP on how to use CGM information to manage diabetes.
¶ Compared to prior generation Dexcom CGM Systems.
# Dexcom G6 can be worn on the back of the upper arms, abdomen and upper buttocks for children ages 2-17. Dexcom G7 and Dexcom ONE+ can be worn on the back of the upper arms, abdomen and upper buttocks for children ages 2-6.
** Compatible device required for CGM data on smartwatch when connected to a smartphone. Compatible smartphone is required to pair a new Dexcom G7 sensor with an Apple Watch. Dexcom G7 users must continuously have their smartphone within 6 meters to utilise the Share/Follow features. Apple Watch is not capable of Share/Follow.
†† If you have diabetes, you can claim VAT relief.
‡‡ Warriors are sponsored spokespeople for Dexcom.
§§ Results obtained with Dexcom G7 study.
¶¶ Patients reported 92% of Dexcom G7 sensors were comfortable to wear (mild, no discomfort), which shares similar features and the usability of Dexcom ONE+.
## Patients reported 84% of Dexcom G6 sensor insertions felt painless (mild, no pain).
1 Beck RW, et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.
2 Welsh JB, et al. J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2022:19322968221099879.
3 Aleppo G, et al. Diabetes Care. 2021;44(12):2729-2737.
4 Beck RW, et al. Ann Intern Med. 2017;167(6):365-374.
5 Lind M, et al. Diabetes Care. 2021;44(1):141-149.
6 Diabetes (type 1 and type 2) in children and young people: diagnosis and management: Recommendations. NICE guideline [NG18]. Updated May 11, 2023. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng18/chapter/Recommendations.
7 Type 2 diabetes in adults: management: Recommendations. NICE guideline [NG28]. Updated June 29, 2022. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng28/chapter/Recommendations.
8 Diabetes in pregnancy: management from preconception to the postnatal period: Recommendations. NICE guideline [NG3]. Updated December 16, 2020. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng3/chapter/Recommendations.
9 Gilbert TR, et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2021;23(S1):S35-S39.
10 Dexcom, Data on File, 2022.
11 Shah VN et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2018;20(6):428-433.
12 Dexcom, Data on File, 2020.
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