Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring
Some people with Type 2 diabetes may not be required to self-test their capillary blood glucose levels. Those who are prescribed medication for diabetes control are generally advised to self-test. The frequency of testing is dependant upon the type of medication prescribed. Medications associated with hypoglycaemia require more frequent blood glucose monitoring e.g. sulphonylureas and insulin. Guide to Blood Glucose (Sugar) Testing Type 2 Diabetes outlines when and how often testing is required.
The amount of blood glucose test strips required are based on medications prescribed.
| Diabetes Treatment | Number of Test Strips |
| Diet | 100 / year |
Metformin DPP-IV Inhibitor GLP-1 Analog Thiazolidnedone (TZD) SGLT2 Inhibitor | 50 / month |
| Sulphonylurea e.g. Gliclazide | 100 / month |
| Insulin therapy | Unlimited |
Planning pregnancy | Unlimited |
Additional strips can be prescribed where necessary by contacting PCRS online services on www.pcrs.ie