Poc Glucospot Strips

Composition of Poc Glucospot Strips

Poc Glucospot Strips contains Blood glucose test strips (for self-monitoring) - pack of 50 strips. It belongs to the In-vitro diagnostic device (blood glucose test strip) class of medicines.

Uses of Poc Glucospot Strips

Self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) in people with diabetes; checking fasting/post-meal glucose; monitoring hypoglycaemia/hyperglycaemia trends as advised by doctor.

Key benefits

• Quick blood glucose testing at home
• Helps monitor diabetes control
• Assists in dose/diet/exercise adjustments as advised
• Enables detection of hypo/hyperglycaemia trends
• Small blood sample requirement (device dependent)

How Poc Glucospot Strips works

Each strip contains reagents that react with a small drop of capillary blood. The compatible glucometer reads the electrochemical/reflectance signal generated by the reaction and displays the blood glucose value.

How to take Poc Glucospot Strips

For in-vitro diagnostic use only. Use only with the compatible POC Glucospot glucometer. Insert strip into meter as per device instructions, apply a fresh drop of blood to the sample port, and read the result. Use a new strip for every test; do not reuse. Follow meter manual for coding/calibration (if applicable) and quality control checks.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take the missed dose of Poc Glucospot Strips as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Poc Glucospot Strips than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Poc Glucospot Strips

Most side effects of Poc Glucospot Strips are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Pain at finger prick site
• minor bleeding
• bruising
• local infection (rare)

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Poc Glucospot Strips

Warnings and precautions

Use strips before expiry date and only if vial/pack is intact. Do not use damaged, wet, or discoloured strips. Incorrect storage, contaminated hands, insufficient blood sample, or incompatible meter can give inaccurate results. Keep out of reach of children. Dispose used strips/lancets as biomedical sharps waste. If readings are unexpectedly high/low or symptoms do not match results, repeat test and consult a doctor.

Interactions with other medicines

Results may be affected by improper sampling (dirty/sugary fingers), dehydration, shock/hypotension, very high/low haematocrit, high altitude, and interfering substances depending on strip chemistry; refer to product insert for specific interferences.

How to store Poc Glucospot Strips

Store in original container at room temperature in a cool, dry place away from heat, sunlight and moisture. Keep container tightly closed and take out strips only when required. Do not refrigerate or freeze.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

POINT OF CARE BIOMEDICAL PVT L

Therapeutic class:

Diagnostic

Drug class:

In-vitro diagnostic device (blood glucose test strip)