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Offer patients an easier way to manage type 1 or type 2 diabetes

Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) allows real-time tracking of glucose levels using a small sensor that measures glucose regularly throughout the day and night. The sensor sends data via Bluetooth to a display device, providing current glucose values along with arrows indicating the direction and speed of glucose changes. This continuous data aids in proactively managing glucose levels, offering insights into the impact of factors like meals, exercise, and insulin on glucose fluctuations.

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UPDATE: CGM FUNDING

On the 29^th August 2024, Pharmac announced that they have made the decision to fund Continuous Glucose Monitoring systems (CGMs). All relevant prescribers who care for people living with type 1 diabetes and other specific diabetes similar to type 1 diabetes will be able to apply for initial and renewal applications.

Dexcom CGMs will be listed on the Pharmaceutical Schedule from 1^st October 2024.
Dexcom ONE+ is funded as a standalone solution.
Dexcom G6 and G7 are available for those people who have been assessed by their healthcare practitioner as likely to benefit from an automated insulin delivery system. Some people may benefit from the predictive alert functions (called urgent low soon alert) of Dexcom G6 or G7 while choosing not to access a funded insulin pump. It is recommended that this is discussed with a healthcare professional.
Before writing a prescription for a funded CGM, you’ll need to complete the relevant Special Authority Application Form.

For more information on Pharmac’s decision, what you need to know to get started, and resources for healthcare professionals, visit https://pharmac.govt.nz/news-and-resources/cgms-and-insulin-pumps.

The Benefits of Dexcom CGM Systems

Dexcom CGM is the only system that is approved for type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes for aged 2 years and over.

Increase Time Spent in Range

Real-time CGM is clinically proven to help people increase the amount of time spent in range (TIR) by as much as five hours per day.^1-3

Reduce risk of Hypoglycaemia^4-6

Dexcom CGM use reduces HbA1c, but it's also been shown to decrease time spent in hypoglycaemia.^1-6

Improve quality of life and well-being⁷

Predictive Urgent Low Soon alert

The Dexcom G7 CGM sends a warning, up to 20 minutes in advance, when glucose is headed towards severe hypoglycaemia (<3.1 mmol/L), so people can take immediate action.⁸

Reduces HbA1c

Studies have demonstrated that wearing a Dexcom CGM system is associated with significant HbA1c reductions.^1,2,4-6

Ease of Use

92% of Dexcom users say that Dexcom is easy to use.⁹

A more complete picture of glucose levels than blood glucose monitoring (BGM)

Dexcom offers a range of different CGMs depending on your patient's requirements. Our most advanced Dexcom G7 system has an Urgent alarm at 3.1 mmol/L or an Urgent Low Soon (ULS) alert so patients can be warned up to 20 minutes before a hypoglycaemic event.

Blood Glucose Meter

Provides a snapshot at a specific moment, obtained through fingerpricks, lacking alarms for potential highs or lows and without indicating the trend of glucose levels.

Continuous Glucose Monitoring

Continuous readings in real-time with no routine fingerpricks* needed. See where your patient's glucose is, where it’s heading, and how quickly it’s changing.

^{*If glucose alerts and readings from the Dexcom G7 do not match symptoms or expectations, use a blood glucose meter to make diabetes treatment decisions.}

CGM Educational Videos for HCPs

IS THE EARLIER, THE BETTER? CGM FIRST AT DIAGNOSIS

Assoc Prof Martin de Bock

CONTINUOUS GLUCOSE MONITORING (CGM) NORMAL TRACES, TRACES IN DIABETES, AND THE FIRST STEPS TO INTERPRETATION

Assoc Prof Martin de Bock

Dexcom Clarity puts your patient's care in one place

Changing the way healthcare professionals access patient glucose data...
Evaluate relevant glucose patterns and trends from your clinic computer, and help patients make better-informed diabetes management decisions with Dexcom Clarity.

Learn more about Clarity

Easy-to-use online clinic portal

Your patients’ glucose data is accessible via an easy-to-use online clinic portal, supporting a more simplified office workflow.

Continuous data connection^‡

No download cable? No problem. Glucose data from your patients’ Dexcom CGM app is automatically^‡ sent to Dexcom Clarity, for more streamlined data management without the hassle of manual data uploads.^‖

Universal compatibility

Dexcom Clarity is compatible with all Dexcom CGM Systems, extending its accessibility to people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

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A range that empowers patients to do more

Whatever your patients diabetes needs are, we have a rtCGM for them. Explore our range of products.

^{While Dexcom G6 remains conveniently accessible online as needed, we highly recommend considering an upgrade to Dexcom G7 or Dexcom One+ depending on individual requirements.}

^{† Smart device not included with Dexcom CGM System. For a list of compatible devices, please visit}^{dexcom.com/compatibility.}

Comparison Table

Our most advanced and connected CGM

For people with diabetes who want greater control with a simplified management experience and advanced alert settings; 9 glucose alerts including urgent low soon.

Our most affordable and easy CGM

For people with diabetes who only want essential glucose insights; 5 glucose alerts.

Product Information

Explore Dexcom CGM product features, functionality, and performance data.

Videos

View these brief video tutorials to learn more about the use of Dexcom CGM products.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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References:

† Smart device sold separately. For a list of compatible smart devices, visit dexcom.com/compatibility.
** Dexcom G7 is compatible with a selection of insulin pumps, including the Tandem t:slim
¶ Results obtained with Dexcom G7 study, which shares the similar features
# Results obtained with a previous generation of Dexcom CGM system and are applicable to Dexcom ONE+ given similar feature sets and better performance and usability.
‡ An internet connection is required for patients to send their glucose data to Dexcom Clarity via a compatible smart device: dexcom.com/compatibility ‖ Healthcare professionals will only be able to view a patient’s glucose data if the patient elects to share it with them through Dexcom Clarity.
1 Beck RW, et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.
2 Martens T, et al. JAMA. 2021;325(22):2262-2272.
3 Šoupal J, et al. Diabetes Care. 2020;43:37–43.
4 Laffel LM, et al. JAMA. 2020;323(23):2388-2396.
5 Welsh JB, et al. J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2024;18(1):143-7.
6 Heinemann L, et al. Lancet. 2018;391:1367-77.
7. Lind M, et al. JAMA. 2017;317(4):379-87.
8 Dexcom G7 CGM System User Guide, 2023.
9 Dexcom Relationship Survey, 2023