What is the difference between the Urgent Low Soon alert and the Fall Rate?
The Urgent Low Soon alert is designed to notify you when your Dexcom G6 reading is predicted to reach 55 mg/dL within 20 minutes. The Fall Rate is designed to notify you when your glucose level is falling 2 or 3 mg/dL each minute. For more information, please visit page 144 in our Dexcom G6 CGM User Guide.
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How do I adjust my G7 alert settings to prevent lows and highs?
Adjusting the following Dexcom G7 alerts might give you more time to prevent a low or a high. Remember to always consult your healthcare provider before adjusting your alerts.
How does the Urgent Low Soon alert work?
The Urgent Low Soon alert can warn users in advance (within 20 minutes) of a severe hypoglycemic event (55 mg/dL), which helps give them time to take appropriate action before an event occurs.
Are there any changes with alarms and alerts?
The Urgent Low Soon alert is a new alert that can warn users in advance (within 20 minutes) of a severe hypoglycemic event (55 mg/dL) — allowing them time to take appropriate action before an event happens.