Accu Chek Active Test Strip

Composition

Blood glucose test strips (for in-vitro diagnostic use) compatible with Accu-Chek Active glucometer

Uses of Accu Chek Active Test Strip

Self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) in people with diabetes; checking fasting, post-meal, and random blood sugar levels as advised by a doctor

• •Helps monitor blood glucose at home
• •Supports diabetes management and dose adjustments as advised
• •Requires a small blood sample
• •Quick and convenient testing
• •Compatible with Accu-Chek Active glucometer

How it works

The strip contains enzymes and reagents that react with glucose in a small drop of capillary blood. The glucometer measures the electrical/optical signal from this reaction and calculates the blood glucose level.

Directions for use

Use only with Accu-Chek Active meter. Insert strip as per meter instructions, apply a fresh finger-prick blood drop to the test area, and read the result on the meter. Use a new strip for each test; do not reuse. Test at times recommended by your clinician (e.g., fasting, before/after meals).

Side effects

Common side effects of Accu Chek Active Test Strip may include:

• •Finger-prick pain
• •minor bleeding
• •bruising
• •local infection (rare)