Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) is a method to track glucose levels throughout the day and night. CGM systems take glucose measurements at regular intervals, 24 hours a day, and translate the readings into dynamic data, generating glucose direction and rate of change.
Having this context helps CGM users proactively manage glucose highs and lows, plus gives added insight into impacts that meals, exercise and illness may have on an individual’s glucose levels. CGM can also contribute to better diabetes management by helping to minimize the guesswork that comes with making treatment decisions* based solely on a number from a blood glucose meter reading.
Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems track glucose levels throughout the day. CGM users insert a tiny sensor wire just under their skin using an automatic applicator. An adhesive patch holds the CGM sensor housing in place so the sensor can measure glucose readings in interstitial fluid throughout the day and night. A small, reusable transmitter connects to the sensor wire and sends real-time readings wirelessly to a receiver, so the user can view the information. With some systems, a compatible smart device with the CGM system app can serve as the display device. The receiver or compatible smart device displays current glucose levels, as well as historical trends in levels. The CGM receiver and/or compatible smart device can also be set to send custom alerts to the user when certain glucose thresholds are reached.
Studies have shown that some CGM systems may help reduce A1C1,2 levels and reduce the risk for hypoglycemia, whether users are on insulin injections or pump therapy.3
Dexcom brings you its latest innovation in CGM technology with the Dexcom G6 CGM System. This system features a 10-day wear sensor, an easy-to-use applicator1 and no required calibration*—giving your patients freedom and flexibility to manage their diabetes. The Dexcom G6 requires a prescription and is indicated for pediatric and adult patients ages 2 years and older.
Discover the Dexcom G6 CGM System
Simple auto-applicator – a one-touch applicator|| easily inserts a small sensor just beneath the skin.1
Sensor and transmitter – a slim sensor continuously measures glucose levels just beneath the skin and sends data wirelessly to a display device through a transmitter.
Display device – a small touch screen receiver or compatible smart device† displays real-time glucose data.
An Integrated System for Diabetes Management
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Wearable sensor that no one will know you’re wearing. The Dexcom G6 features a 10-day wear sensor that is designed to be water-resistant and easy-to-insert‡ with an auto-applicator.1. Simple Auto-Applicator
A one-touch applicator|| easily inserts a small sensor just beneath the skin.
2. Sensor and Transmitter
A slim sensor continuously measures glucose levels just beneath the skin and sends data wirelessly to a display device through a transmitter.
3. Display Device
A small touch screen receiver or compatible smart device† displays real-time glucose data.
Dexcom G6 CGM System
Dexcom G6
App
iPhone
5S, 6, 6 Plus, 6S, 6S Plus, 7, 7 Plus, SE, 8, 8 Plus, X, XS, XS Max, XR
iPod Touch
6th Generation
Apple iOS
11.0.0 - 13.1.0 (for compatible devices only)
Apple Watch (requires a compatible smart device)
1st Generation, Series 1, Series 2, Series 3, Series 4
Apple watchOS
3.0.0 - 5.3.0 (for compatible devices only)
Google
Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL
Samsung Galaxy
S6, S6 Edge, S7, S7 Edge, S8, S8+, S9, S9+, S10, S10+, S10e
Note 5, Note 8, Note 9
J3 (Models SM-J327, SM-J330 and SM-J337)
J5 (Model SM-J530)
A5 (Model SM-A520)
A6 (Model SM-A600)
A6+ (Model SM-A605)
A7 (Model SM-A750)
LG
G5, G6, G7 ThinQ
V40 ThinQ
Huawei
P20, P20 Pro
Android OS
7.0.0 - 9.0.0 (for compatible devices only)
Android Watch OS
Android Wear OS: 2.0 - 2.9 (for compatible devices only)
Wear OS: 1.0 - 2.0 (for compatible devices only)
Dexcom G5 Mobile
App
iPhone
5, 5C, 5S, 6, 6 Plus, 6S, 6S Plus, 7, 7 Plus, SE, 8, 8 Plus, X, XS, XS Max, XR
iPod Touch
6th Generation
iPad
4, Air, Air 2, Mini 2, Mini 3, Mini 4, Pro, 5th Generation
Apple iOS
10.0.0 - 12.3.1 (for compatible devices only)
Apple Watch(requires a compatible smart device)
1st Generation, Series 1, Series 2, Series 3, Series 4
Apple watchOS
3.0.0 - 5.2.1 (for compatible devices only)
Google
Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL
Samsung Galaxy
S5, S6, S6 Edge, S7, S7 Edge, S8, S8+, S9, S9+
Note 5, Note 8, Note 9
J3 (Models SM-J327, SM-J330 and SM-J337)
J5 (Model SM-J530)
A5 (Model SM-A520)
A6 (Model SM-A600)
A6+ (Model SM-A605)
A7 (Model SM-A750)
LG
G5, G6, G7 ThinQ
V40 ThinQ
Huawei
P20, P20 Pro
Android OS
6.0.0 - 8.1.0 (for compatible devices only)
Android Watches Wear OS (requires a compatible smart device)
Android Wear OS: 2.0 - 2.9 (for compatible devices only)
Wear OS: 1.0 - 2.0 (for compatible devices only)
Dexcom Share2 App
iPhone
4S, 5, 5C, 5S, 6, 6 Plus, 6S, 6S Plus, 7, 7 Plus, SE, 8, 8 Plus, X, XS, XS Max, XR
iPod touch
6th Generation
iPad
3, 4, Air, Air 2, Mini, Mini 2, Mini 3, Mini 4, Pro, 5th Generation, 6th Generation
Apple iOS
10.0.1 - 12.3.1 (for compatible devices only)
Apple Watch (requires a compatible smart device)
1st Generation, Series 1, Series 2, Series 3
Apple watchOS
3.0.0 - 5.2.1 (for compatible devices only)
Dexcom Follow
App
iPhone
5S, 6, 6 Plus, 6S, 6S Plus, 7, 7 Plus, SE, 8, 8 Plus, X, XS, XS Max, XR
iPod touch
6th Generation, 7th Generation
iPad
Air, Air 2, Mini 2, Mini 3, Mini 4, Pro, 5th Generation, 6th Generation
Apple iOS
11.0.0 - 12.4.1 (for compatible devices only)
Apple Watch (requires a compatible smart device)
1st Generation, Series 1, Series 2, Series 3, Series 4
Apple watchOS
4.3.0 - 5.3.1 (for compatible devices only)
Samsung Galaxy
S5, S6, S6 Edge, S7, S7 Edge, S8, S8+, S9, S9+, S10, S10+, S10e
Note 5, Note 8, Note 9
J3 (Models SM-J327, SM-J330 and SM-J337)
LG
G4, G5, G6, G7
Google
Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL
Android OS
6.0.1 - 9.0.0 (for compatible devices only)
Dexcom CLARITY
app
iPhone
5, 5C, 5S, 6, 6 Plus, 6S, 6S Plus, 7, 7 Plus, 8, 8 Plus, X
Apple iOS
10.3 - 11.4.1 (for compatible devices only)
Google
Pixel
Samsung Galaxy
S5, S6, S7, S8, LG G4, LG G5, LG G6
Note 5, Note 8
Motorola
Nexus 6