OTCDiagnostic device (Blood glucose monitoring)

Accu Chek Instant Blood Glucose Strip — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Accu Chek Instant Blood Glucose Strip is used for Self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) in people with diabetes; monitoring blood sugar levels at home or in clinical settings; helps adjust diet, exercise and diabetes medicines as advised by a doctor.

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Active Ingredient / Composition

Blood glucose test strips (glucose oxidase-based electrochemical reagent; exact reagent composition not specified)

What is Accu Chek Instant Blood Glucose Strip used for?

Self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) in people with diabetes; monitoring blood sugar levels at home or in clinical settings; helps adjust diet
exercise and diabetes medicines as advised by a doctor

How Accu Chek Instant Blood Glucose Strip Works

A small drop of capillary blood is applied to the strip, where glucose reacts with enzymes on the strip. The meter measures the resulting electrical signal and converts it into a blood glucose reading.

Dosage & Directions

Use only with Accu-Chek Instant glucometer. Wash and dry hands, insert strip into meter, apply a small blood drop to the strip edge until the test starts, wait for the reading. Use each strip once; do not reuse. Follow the meter user manual for exact steps.

Always follow your doctor's prescription. Do not self-medicate.

Key Benefits

Helps monitor blood glucose at home
Enables better diabetes management decisions with healthcare guidance
Requires a small blood sample
Quick results with compatible Accu-Chek Instant meter
Supports tracking of fasting and post-meal glucose levels

Pregnancy

Generally safe (diagnostic device); consult doctor for glucose targets in pregnancy

Alcohol Interaction

No known interaction

Accu Chek Instant Blood Glucose Strip — Quick Facts

Composition: Blood glucose test strips (glucose oxidase-based electrochemical reagent; exact reagent composition not specified)
Therapeutic class: Diagnostic device (Blood glucose monitoring)
Drug class: In-vitro diagnostic test strip (electrochemical biosensor; glucose oxidase system)
Prescription: Not required (OTC)
Price: ₹795
Habit forming: No
Storage: Store in original vial with cap tightly closed, in a cool dry place away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight. Do not refrigerate or freeze. Use strips immediately after removing from vial.

Accu Chek Instant Blood Glucose Strip — Usage FAQs

How should I take this medicine?

Follow the dosage prescribed by your doctor. Do not alter the dose without medical advice.

Can I take this medicine without a prescription?

Prescription-required medicines need a valid Rx. OTC medicines can be purchased directly.

What if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it is close to your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose.

How long does it take to show effect?

The time to show effect varies by medicine and condition. Consult your doctor for specific timelines.

Accu Chek Instant Blood Glucose Strip — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Active Ingredient / Composition

What is Accu Chek Instant Blood Glucose Strip used for?

How Accu Chek Instant Blood Glucose Strip Works

Dosage & Directions

Key Benefits

Pregnancy

Alcohol Interaction

Accu Chek Instant Blood Glucose Strip — Quick Facts

Accu Chek Instant Blood Glucose Strip — Usage FAQs

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Accu Chek Instant Blood Glucose Strip — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Active Ingredient / Composition

What is Accu Chek Instant Blood Glucose Strip used for?

How Accu Chek Instant Blood Glucose Strip Works

Dosage & Directions

Key Benefits

Pregnancy

Alcohol Interaction

Accu Chek Instant Blood Glucose Strip — Quick Facts

Accu Chek Instant Blood Glucose Strip — Usage FAQs

More from PingMeDoc

Safety disclaimer