Some glucose monitor sensors from Abbott Diabetes Care have been recalled and patients have been urged to stop use immediately, according to a new alert from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Certain models of FreeStyle Libre 3 and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus, used primarily to monitor blood sugar levels in diabetes patients, have been recorded displaying incorrect readings.
“Abbott Diabetes Care stated that certain FreeStyle Libre 3 and FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensors provide incorrect low glucose readings,” the FDA said. “If undetected, incorrect low glucose readings over an extended period may lead to wrong treatment decisions for people living with diabetes, such as excessive carbohydrate intake or skipping or delaying insulin doses. These decisions may pose serious health risks, including potential injury or death, or other less serious complications.”
If you have a recalled model, the FDA urges you to stop using it immediately.
To find out if you have a recalled glucose monitor system, visit the FDA website and freestylecheck.com.
