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FDA clears marketing of blood glucose meter that plugs into the computer
The meter is designed for patients receiving insulin who need to test blood glucose frequently.
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FDA clearance has been granted for the marketing of a blood glucose monitor that connects directly into a computer and provides patients with information to optimize diabetes management.
The Contour USB blood glucose meter (Bayer Pharmaceuticals) can store up to 2,000 test results and allows patients and their doctors to monitor trends and patterns in blood glucose levels.
“This is an ideal blood glucose monitor for patients who are highly engaged in managing their diabetes, particularly those on insulin who must test frequently,” David Simmons, MD, chief medical officer for Bayer Diabetes Care, said in a press release. “With the meter, patients are able to review their results with their health care professional during an office visit, over the phone or via email, giving them the opportunity to make treatment adjustments, such as taking action to reduce their HbA1c levels, if necessary.”
The meter is integrated with Glucofact Deluxe software, which provides easy retrieval of data and longer-term tracking and analysis of blood glucose test results.
Features of the meter include:
- A color display screen that shows average, high and low readings with customizable features such as intuitive pre- and post-meal marking;
- 500 MB extra memory for storage of personal diabetes information;
- Rechargeable battery that can charge from any USB port or via the wall charger provided; and
- Glucofacts Deluxe diabetes management software.
The meter will soon be available in the United States. For more information, visit www.BayerContourUSB.com.
