So, like most of the other reviews I agree that this patch has a steep learning curve, but I contend it’s worth it!
I’m a distance runner averaging about 25-30 miles a week. All of that sweating makes keeping a Dexcom patch on for more than a few days nearly impossible. So Dexcom started sending me free “over-patches” which were fine except I’d need to replace them twice a week which made extending my sensor for two sessions nearly impossible. So I found these… and the secret ingredient:
“Skin Tac Wipes” are critical and make these (and likely other patches too) work amazingly well - they also make any patch hypo allergenic.
So here’s what I’ve been doing.
1. Clean the site with alcohol (duh)
2. Wipe with Skin Tac Wipe and let dry till tacky
3. Apply/insert new Dexcom
4. Wipe Dexcom patch with Skin Tac again (*very important!*)
5. Let dry till tacky again.
6. (optional) cut down this patch if desired.
7. Remove WHITE side of patch backing (leaving small white side sections to help with placement.)
8. Apply Patch. (TIPS BELOW!)
I just removed mine after 37 days and it was still stuck on firmly (see the ugly thing in a pic I attached)
TIPS:
The first time you do this just be ready to throw it away, again learning curve.
Best approach is to line it up as best as you can and focus on getting the patch smoothly on YOU and don’t worry that not all of it is fitting down around the sensor, after you’ve got most of it on then go back and pull/massage/wrestle the rest over the sensor.
I look at this small opening on the patch as a major PLUS because it creates a watertight seal from the crappy Dexcom patch, which when wet tends to separate from the skin.
Hope this helps someone!
it was easy to remove.
My hair was not pulled out, so it was not painful to remove.
It looked about the same for the entire 10 day period.
Its very flexible while putting it on so that makes it tricky.
I like and can use them, I ordered the wrong opening size. I can trim the hole and it will be fine. I 'll order the correct size next time. Thanks
Works great without irritation. Dexcom G6 withstands the elements of two young children, 12 hours nurse shifts, and exercising. Will continue to purchase!
They work well but the cut is too close to the size of the sensor. Makes it to where you have to put it on exactly lined up which can be difficult on my arm.
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Dose the job. But can get messed up if you are not careful.
Loved it
I will be ordering this product often.
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