Dexcom G6 - Chapter 2: Safety Statements

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Dexcom G6
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System • Using Your G6
Chapter 2: Safety Statements
Dexcom G6 Safety Statements
Indications for Use
The Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System (Dexcom G6 System or G6)
is a glucose monitoring system indicated for persons age 2 years and older. The
Dexcom G6 System is designed to replace fingerstick blood glucose (BG) testing for
treatment decisions.
Interpretation of the Dexcom G6 System results should be based on the glucose
trends and several sequential readings over time. The Dexcom G6 System also aids
in the detection of episodes of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, facilitating both
acute and long-term therapy adjustments.
The Dexcom G6 System is intended for use by patients at home and in healthcare
facilities.
Important user Information
Please review the product instructions before using the G6. Indications,
contraindications, warnings, precautions, and other important user information can
be found in the product instructions that are included with the G6. Discuss with your
healthcare professional how you should use the information displayed on the G6 to
help manage your diabetes. The product instructions contain important information
on troubleshooting the G6 and on the performance characteristics of the system.
Contraindication
• No MRI/CT/Diathermy – MR Unsafe
Do not wear your CGM (sensor, transmitter, receiver, or smart device) for magnetic
resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) scan, or high-frequency
electrical heat (diathermy) treatment.
The G6 has not been tested in those situations. The magnetic fields and heat could
damage the components of the G6, which may cause it to display inaccurate G6
sensor glucose readings (G6 readings) or may prevent alerts. Without G6 readings or
alarm/alert notifications, you might miss a severe low or high glucose event.
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