Here is a list of helpful accessories for your FreeStyle Libre scanner and sensor. As a Canadian diabetic, I am well acquainted with being prepared. From glucose tablets for hypoglycemic events to alcohol wipes.
Many of the items on my list, I have personally found extremely useful for my insulin-dependent Type 2 diabetes (aka Type 1 like) treatment of my diabetes and living day to day with my FreeStyle Libre, and a few others have been added to the mix to give everyone a few options to help get the most out of their Libre Sensors and managing their diabetes. For more information on the FreeStyle Libre check out this page.
Here are our sections in our diabetes online store:
- How to Keep Your FreeStyle Libre Safely attached to your arm – patches, skin tac, and more
- Protective Cases for your FreeStyle Libre Scanner
- Glucose Management and Hypoglycemic Recovery
- Emergency Contact Bracelets – Medical Alert on Steroids
- Diabetes Books and Education
- Decorative Stickers, and Other Items
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How to Keep Your FreeStyle Libre Safely attached to your arm
Here are a few items that help keep your FreeStyle Libre affixed to your arm and help it last / survive the two weeks of its short life. We are all well aware of the perils of door frames and our little Libre. Use these patches to help keep your Libre sticking to your arm for 14 days.
Freestyle Libre Sensor Holder/Guardian – Easily Protect Your Sensors Flexible and Comfortable Available in a Range of Colors
- My backup if me sensor starts to give way
- Doesn’t look as polished as the rest of the items on my list. However, gets the job done.
- Engineered to last 7 days
- Stays on in the water
- The most advanced kinesiology tape, made from 100% synthetic fabric to last far longer than other brands. Lightweight, latex-free, comfortable, provides both support & mobility, and includes safety reflective print & carry case.
- Ready-to-use precut strips are perfect for tape applications.
- HINT: I cut each strip into 3 — cover the sensor and go on with my day.
Skin Tac Adhesive Barrier Wipes, 50 Count (One of My Favourites)
- My backup if me sensor starts to give way
- Doesn’t look as polished as the rest of the items on my list. However, gets the job done.
- Engineered to last 7 days
- Stays on in the water
- The most advanced kinesiology tape, made from 100% synthetic fabric to last far longer than other brands. Lightweight, latex-free, comfortable, provides both support & mobility, and includes safety reflective print & carry case.
- Ready-to-use precut strips are perfect for tape applications.
- HINT: I cut each strip into 3 — cover the sensor and go on with my day.
KT Tape PRO Synthetic Kinesiology Tape – (My backup solution)
- My backup if me sensor starts to give way
- Doesn’t look as polished as the rest of the items on my list. However, gets the job done.
- Engineered to last 7 days
- Stays on in the water
- The most advanced kinesiology tape, made from 100% synthetic fabric to last far longer than other brands. Lightweight, latex-free, comfortable, provides both support & mobility, and includes safety reflective print & carry case.
- Ready-to-use precut strips are perfect for tape applications.
- HINT: I cut each strip into 3 — cover the sensor and go on with my day.
Patchabetes Adhesive Patches for your Libre Sensor
- A Canadian based company out of Toronto
- 20 Adhesive patches per pack
- Waterproof
- Easy Application- The design is advertised to allow you to apply the patch without touching the adhesive.
- Strong Premium Adhesive – Advertised to protects your sensor for up to 14 days.
- 100% Medical Grade- Hypoallergenic, Latex Free, FDA Approved
- Waterproof- Quick-dry adhesive material that lasts many showers. (I wonder how well it would stand up to a week of lazing around the pool?)
Fixic Freestyle Libre Adhesive Patches 25 Pack – ELITE – Guardian
- Works with DEXCOM G5, G6 – Freestyle Libre – Enlite Sensor – Medtronic Guardian
- Advertised to last about 7 days
- Adhesive patch consit of two parts to all easy exposure of the adhesive
- Adhesive patch is FDA certified latex-free and hypoallergenic
- 25 adhesive patchs – 4 1/2″ x 3 1/5″‘
- Waterproof
- Advertised to offering a 100% satisfaction guarantee
RockaDex – Freestyle Libre Adhesive Patches
- 8 fun designs to choose from or choose a variety pack
- Freestyle Libre Patches, to help keep your Freestyle Libre stuck firm!
- Made from one of the best quality sports tapes on the market.
- The product is made from Rocktape which is a quality product, it is hypoallergenic and latex oxide free so no nasty rash like other tape products out there.
- The tape also has 180% stretch so it moves with your body and is comfortable to wear.
- Designed by a Type 1 mum for diabetics.
More Freestyle Libre Patches
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Protective Cases for your FreeStyle Libre Scanner
Looking for a case to protect or carry around your FreeStyle Libre Scanner. Here area few options for you to choose from. Search Here for more case options.
RockaDex Freestyle Libre Protective Case
- 7 great colors to choose from
- Keep your Libre meter safe while in a handbag, school bag or briefcase
- Extensive range of Silicone Cases and Stickers gives you the chance to not only offer some protection to your Libre, but give it some life to your diabetic tools.
- The Freestyle Libre Silicone Cases also fit the Insulinx Meter.
Abbott Freestyle Libre Case
- Easy to Install Case
- Cases are Made of Hard, but Slightly Bendable Plastic
- Available in multiple colours – black, blue, and pink
Pouch case with Rotating Belt Clip For Freestyle Libre CGM
- 4 great colours for your FreeStyle Libre Scanner Case to choose from
- High-Quality Nylon canvas Pouch,- Classic and professional look
- Velcro closure with soft inside cushioning.
- Rotating Belt clip, use to clip on or slip through a belt
- Provides excellent protection from the elements, scratches, dirt, and shocks.
- Designed for Freestyle Libre (Canada / US Model)
Premium Pouch case with Belt Clip For Freestyle Libre CGM (Horizontal)
- High-Quality Nylon canvas Pouch,
- Classic and professional look
- Velcro closure with soft inside cushioning.
- 2 way Belt clip, use to clip on or slip through a belt
- Provides excellent protection from the elements, scratches, dirt, and shocks.
- Design for Freestyle libre
More Freestyle Libre Cases
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Glucose Management and Hypoglycemic Recovery
Here are some recommended tools to help deal with our hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia is a condition caused by a very low level of blood sugar (glucose).
Hypoglycemia, also known as low blood sugar, is when blood sugar decreases to below 4 mmol/L. Dex 4 glucose tablets are my first choice when managing a hypoglycemia episode and gives me a precise amount of glucose.
My Treatment: I take 4 DEX 4 tablets; wait 15 minutes and then retest.
DEX4 Glucose Tablets
- Dex4 Glucose tablets raise your blood glucose and treat hypoglycemia fast
- Each glucose tablet contains 4 grams of fast-acting carbs that raise mild episodes of low blood sugar
- Dex 4 produces the ideal glycemic response by providing the exact d-glucose your cells need for energy and quick relief
- Available in carrying sizes and economy size bottle for easy refill contains 50 tablets
- Also available in Orange, Tropical Fruit, Raspberry flavours, and more
Emergency Contact Information – Medical Alert on Steroids
Road ID – My RoadID is my comfort blanket against the what if. Never had to use it however, good to know that my chronic illnesses, contract information, and who I am is easily accessible to anyone that may need it. Much like carrying my insulin, plenty of water while out for a run or my helmet riding – I would never go for a run or a ride without Road ID; even just a quick 5KM around the block. Honestly, I wear it 24/7/365.
Diabetes Books and Education
- Managing Type 2 Diabetes For Dummies, American Diabetes Association (2018)
- Choose Your Foods: Food Lists for Diabetes, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, American Diabetes Association (2019)
- The Diabetes Code: Prevent and Reverse Type 2 Diabetes Naturally, Dr. Jason Fung (2018)
- Mayo Clinic The Essential Diabetes Book: How to Prevent, Control, and Live Well with Diabetes, Mayo Clinic (2014)
- No Days Off: My Life with Type 1 Diabetes and Journey to the NHL, Max Domi (2020)
- Other Diabetes Books on Amazon
Decorative Stickers, and Other Items
Looking to make your FreeStyle Libre more stylish. Let’s all agree – white is a bit, well White. Here are a few links to help you pimp up your sensor and scanner. Word of caution – I can not speak to if the stickers reduce how well we can scan the sensors – my other curiosity is if the sensor itself can still disperse heat. However, those that love the stickers swear by them.
- Patchabetes – www.mypatchabetes.com
- Pep Me UP: reader stickers are also screen protectors – http://shop.pepmeup.org/products
- Pump Peelz: Stickers are reusable – https://pumppeelz.com/collections/freestyle-libre
- Aubepine – https://www.lejardindaubepine.fr/freestylelibre
- HélOui – https://www.heloui.com/
- Pimp My Diabetes – https://pimpmydiabetes.com/collections/freestyle-libre-reader
Your input is important!
I would love to hear from you. What has worked well, what has not? Send me s message and some link suggestions and I will be sure to add them to the list. ->> Contact me here!
If you have anything you want me to test; I will be sure to give it a thorough testing. After all — we all live with our diabetes 24/7 – great products make for one less thing for users to worry about.
