The compact device attaches to the iphone ipod touch s dock connector and uses the idevice to perform computational functions and display results although the ibgstar also functions as a standalone blood glucose meter and includes a backlit display to provide a blood glucose level readout without being connected to an iphone ipod touch. It was launched in the uk earlier this month, and is now available in canada. Apple stores start selling one drop blood glucose monitors. This blood glucose meter takes blood glucose monitoring to the next level, allowing you to manage your diabetes any time, anywhere. Inability to maintain fasting blood glucose levels monitor would commonly give a reading.
What if theres a blood glucose meter that not only hooks into your iphone, but is a complete nobrainer to use. Luckily, this can now be done by simply linking up a tiny accessory to your iphone. Data from bluetoothenabled meter can now be shared with other health tracking apps. By using the ibgstar blood glucose monitoring system meter with the. See more ideas about blood glucose monitor, running headphones and wearable computer. The sanofi ibgstar blood glucose monitor, connects. Another device similar to dario, the ibgstar, has had fda clearance. Sanofiaventis is a multinational pharmaceutical company, the worlds fourthlargest by prescription sales,headquartered in paris, france. Sanofiaventis debuts ibgstar blood glucose meter for iphone. The ibgstartm not only gives accurate blood glucose readings, but when linked to the iphone or ipod touch, it provides a wealth of information. Sanofi us has announced that the ibgstar blood glucose monitoring system, consisting of the ibgstar blood glucose meter and ibgstar diabetes manager app, is commercially available in the u. The only hitch with initial setup was that the ibgstar seemed to require an initial charge via micro usb cable before working properly.
Roche integrates accuchek connect glucose meter with. Sanofiaventis made history today at the annual easd european association for the study of diabetes conference, if you ask me. As a reminder, the ibgstar blood glucose meter is about the size of a usb memory stick 2. The first meter designed to directly connect to an iphone or ipod touch. First fda cleared blood glucose meter that connects directly to iphone and ipod touch. The company is apple, and the ibgstar connects to its iphone and ipod touch devices. Users of the iphone 4s 55c5s and ipod touch 5 are advised to perform a backup of their ibgstar dma data on itunes before performing the ios8 upgradefor more information, please contact the sanofi customer support center in your country. Best blood glucose meters for iphone, android and ipod. Thomas haak, chief physician at the diabetes clinic bad mergentheim germany. My ibg star meter is not working with my iphone 4s. The smart monitor has worked with the ios android app.
From sanofi, the ibgstar is compatible with iphone. Sanofi has received fda approval to market and sell the first blood glucose monitor that attaches to the iphone and ipod touch, converting it into a glucose meter. Turn your iphone into an fdaapproved glucose meter with. Previously the ibgstar meter was carried, but sales ceased after apple switched from legacy 30pin connectors to lightning. The compact device attaches to the iphone ipod touch s dock connector and uses the idevice to perform computational functions and display results although the ibgstar also functions as a standalone blood glucose meter and includes a backlit display to provide a blood glucose level. The device will display glucose readings on the iphone or ipod touch screen and those will be saved for long term analysis. This end inserts into the iphone or ipod touchs 30pin dock connector port. They have introduced the firstever medical device that actually physically plugs into the iphone and ipod touch. Its being sold through apple stores and walgreens, and.
In fact, the ibgstar is one of the most advanced blood glucose monitoring systems, so it might be much more accurate than some generic, cheap monitoring system that youve used before. Its a tiny new usbsized glucose meter theyre calling ibgstar. The ibgstar is about to be released in australia around september 2012. This can now be accomplished by using the new ibgstar blood glucose meter. Sanofi ibgstar blood glucose monitoring system now available in. Bgstar blood glucose test strips are for use exclusively with the ibgstar blood glucose monitoring system. Sanofiaventis and agamatrix unveil ibgstar plugin glucose meter for the iphone press release. The innovative ibgstar is the first available blood glucose meter that seamlessly connects to the apple iphone and ipod touch for the flexibility to manage. The diabetes manager app takes advantage of the existing user interface and communication capabilities of the iphone to provide imbg functionality. I downloaded the new ios for my iphone 4s and set the do not disturb function up to come on at 9 pm and go off at 7. Those that have issues with sugar levels in their blood, they really need to get a blood glucose meter.
I tried with ios 5 and then today got 6 but it said accessory not supported by iphone both times. Role of mobile technology to improve diabetes care in. The ibgstar is compatible with iphone 3g, 3gs, 4 and 4s models, as well as ipod touch 2, 3 and 4. As physicians, we have long bemoaned the lack of patient compliance with home glucose monitoring systems, and the ibgstar might be able to reverse this by utilizing the cool factor of the iphone. Support wireless smartgluco monitoring system ihealth. Supported idevices are iphone 4s 55c5s66 plus and ipod touch 5. The readings are automatically downloaded to the ibgstar app for logging. The ibgstar blood glucose monitoring sytem is right now an exclusive device on the apple. Unlike most iphone peripherals, i was surprised to have to separately charge the ibgstar. The dock connector port is located below the home button of either device. Roche recently announced that its bluetoothenabled accuchek connect blood glucose meter will now post blood glucose and carb data to apples health app on the iphone. It engages in the research and development, manufacturing and marketing of pharmaceutical products for sale principally in 7 major therapeutic areas. Blood glucose monitoring system blood glucose monitoring system owners guide application number.
Ive been leaving the meter attached to the iphone 4s during the day and just. It is compatible with the iphone4s, iphone 4, iphone 3gs, ipod touch. The smallest meter in its class blood meters diabetes. Sanofiaventis and agamatrix unveil ibgstar plugin glucose meter for the iphone. Buy iphone accessories from apple, including iphone cases, lightning adapters, docks, headphones, speakers and more. Made for iphone 3g, 3gs, 4, and 4s, ipod touch 2nd, 3rd, and. From sanofi aventis, the ibgstar is compatible with iphone.
Now, users can seamlessly share blood glucose data with other diabetes and health tracking apps such as mysugr, glooko, onedrop, meal. About the ibgstar blood glucose chapter 2 monitoring system about the ibgstar meter the meter 1 dock connector cover. The best blood glucose meter for iphone and ipod touch. Functionally, the ibgstar operates extremely similar to a standard blood glucose monitor. Unlike the lifescan bluetooth glucose meter shown off during apples iphone. Ibg star diabetes forum the global diabetes community. Testing your blood sugar with your iphone drchrono blog. And while blood glucose monitors are faster, easier to use, and do more then they did before. Bgstar blood glucose meter features dynamic electrochemistry, an intelligent technology for the confidence of accurate blood glucose results. Sanofiaventis introduced blood glucose meter for iphone. Connect directly to the smartphone, without the need of a costly adapter. The ibgstar blood glucose monitoring sytem comes complete with a lancing system, test strips, control solution, and a carrying case. Availability of ibgstar diabetes manager application v.
The iphone blood glucose meter american pharmacists. The meter is currently available from walgreens, diabetic care services and apple. Ibgstar mmoll diabetes manager application for iphone. The ibgstar attaches to all models of the iphone, ipod touch, and ipad. Use only with the ibgstar blood glucose monitoring system. For patients with diabetes who own or are looking to buy an iphone or ipod touch, a blood glucose meter is now available that is compatible. Gmate smart blood glucose monitoring system apple iphone. The ihealth wireless smart gluco monitoring system is the innovative blood glucose monitoring system that connects with your mobile device through bluetooth technology to help you test, track and manage your blood glucose levels. The ibg star meter to plug into your iphone is available,i have been use one for about a month. The smallest blood glucose meter can make the biggest splash. The device can also be fitted to the iphone 5 and new touch models with a 30pin adapter, but its not recommended for use with nonapple products. The gmate smart blood glucose meter is compatible with the following phones. Sanofi has announced that its ibgstar, the first approved blood glucose meter to interface with the iphone, is now available in the u.
In a recent interview, sanofi uks brand lead for blood glucose monitoring jason lovatt. Sanofiaventis announcing the availability of the ibgstar glucose monitoring system. Now you can check blood sugar levels on your iphone real. Specifically, for diabetic patients, it is pertinent that they stay vigilant about their blood sugar level and know if any fluctuations occur. The innovative ibgstar is the first available blood glucose meter that seamlessly connects to the apple iphone and ipod touch for the flexibility to manage your diabetes whenever, wherever. The ibgstar blood glucose meter is just such a seamless piece of technology and anyone, even the technologychallenged, could use it.
I heartily endorse this product as an iphone 5 user, as a lifelong diabetic, and as someone who will use any technology to keep my blood glucose under control. There are a lot of iphone accessories out there, but few are fdaapproved. Like other blood glucose test kits on the market, the ibgstar uses a tiny blood sample and strips for users to test their blood glucose levels. Sanofi mystar has a range of devices to help you manage your diabetes. Page 2 in case of emergency, contact your health professional or emergency medical response. Gmate smart meter is the only true smartphone glucometer for diabetic needs.