Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System Launches in Singapore
February 21 2023 - 8:54PM
Business Wire
Innovative new CGM system eliminates routine
fingersticks for people with diabetes
Dexcom, Inc. (NASDAQ:DXCM), a global leader in real-time
continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) for people with diabetes,
announced today the launch of its Dexcom G6 CGM System in Singapore
for people with diabetes ages two years and older, including
pregnant women, and the appointment of DKSH Singapore Pte Ltd as
sales, marketing, and distribution service provider.
The Dexcom G6 uses a small, wearable sensor and transmitter to
continuously measure and send glucose levels wirelessly to a
receiver or compatible smart device*, enabling patients to receive
real-time glucose data without the need to prick their finger†. The
system also offers customizable alerts and alarms to help avoid
dangerous low and high blood sugar events.
"The launch of Dexcom G6 in Singapore is a significant milestone
for our company," said Scott Moss, VP at Dexcom, Asia-Pacific.
"This launch marks the first time Dexcom CGM is available to people
living with diabetes in Southeast Asia, and with the recent opening
of our regional headquarters in Singapore, we look forward to
bringing Dexcom CGM to additional markets in the region in the near
future."
The Dexcom G6 app for compatible iOS and Android devices* also
allows patients to share their glucose information with up to ten
followers‡, enabling family, loved ones, and healthcare providers
to remotely monitor patients for extra peace of mind.
Dexcom G6 features that empower users to take control of
their health:
- Elimination of fingersticks for calibration and diabetes
treatment decisions†
- Continuous glucose readings sent automatically using Bluetooth
technology to any compatible smart device*, or to a Dexcom
receiver, at five-minute intervals
- Customisable alerts and alarms, including Urgent Low Soon
alert, which can warn users up to 20 minutes in advance of an
urgent hypoglycemic event, so they can take steps to prevent
it
- Real-time data sharing with the Dexcom G6 app, allowing the
user to share their glucose data with up to ten followers‡ to
monitor their glucose levels remotely for extra peace of mind
- 10-day sensor allowing for longer wear
- A slim transmitter with a lower profile for more discreet
wearability
- An auto-applicator designed to make sensor insertion simple
with the touch of a button
- A newly designed receiver with a touch screen display
(receiver/display device is optional)
- New sensor membrane that enables acetaminophen use without any
effect on glucose readings§
The Dexcom G6 CGM System connects to the Dexcom G6 app,
available for download from the Apple App Store or Google Play
store, for use with a compatible Apple or Android smart device.
Alternatively, patients can see glucose readings on the optional
Dexcom G6 touch screen receiver that can be purchased
separately.
Dexcom G6 CGM received its approval from Singapore’s HSA late
last year and can now be accessed by Singaporeans this month. For
more information on Dexcom G6, visit www.dexcom.com/sg.
About Dexcom, Inc.
DexCom, Inc. empowers people to take real-time control of health
through innovative continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems.
Headquartered in San Diego, Calif., and with operations across
Europe and select parts of Asia/Oceania, Dexcom has emerged as a
leader of diabetes care technology. By listening to the needs of
users, caregivers, and providers, Dexcom works to simplify and
improve diabetes management around the world. For more information
on Dexcom, visit https://www.dexcom.com/en-us/about-dexcom.
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*For a list of compatible devices, visit
www.dexcom.com/compatibility.
†If your glucose alerts and readings from the G6 do not match
symptoms or expectations, use a blood glucose meter to make
diabetes treatment decisions.
‡Separate Follow app required.
§G6 readings can be used to make diabetes treatment decisions
when taking up to a maximum acetaminophen dose of 1,000mg every 6
hours. Taking a higher dose may affect the G6 readings.
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