Change of prescription from FreeStyle Libre® 3 sensor to FreeStyle Libre® 3 Plus sensor

Patients currently prescribed FreeStyle Libre^® 3 sensors are having their prescribing changed to FreeStyle Libre^® 3 Plus sensors.

This is because Abbott have introduced FreeStyle Libre^® 3 Plus sensors and will no longer be supplying FreeStyle Libre^® 3 sensors.  This is a company decision, as they continue to develop their sensor technology. 

What you need to do?

• Use any FreeStyle Libre^® 3 sensors you have until your supplies are finished. This will make sure we don’t waste any NHS resources.

When you are ready to start using the FreeStyle Libre^® 3 Plus sensors:

• Apply the FreeStyle Libre^® 3 Plus sensors for 15 days. These sensors are effective for one day longer than the FreeStyle Libre^® 3 sensors.
• Keep using your current FreeStyle LibreLink^® app or the FreeStyle Libre^® 3 reader. These work with your new sensor.  You do not need to update the app or change your reader. 
• If you have any questions about your new sensor, or other aspects of your diabetes care, please speak to your diabetes nurse or specialist team.

What is the difference between the FreeStyle Libre^® 3 sensor and the FreeStyle Libre^® 3 Plus sensor?

• Longer use: Each FreeStyle Libre^® 3 Plus sensor should be worn for 15 days (versus 14 days with FreeStyle Libre^® 3).