Dexcom’s FDA Warning Letter Shows Risks Of Driving Margin As Firm Aims To Launch 15-Day Sensor

Approval ‘Not Impacted’ But Significant Work Ahead On Manufacturing Options

After switching production of coatings for its continuous glucose monitors in-house to improve supply, Dexcom ran afoul of US FDA for failing to submit a premarket notification. Firm says launch of 15-day sensor will not be delayed by the problems.

That device, which aims to compete with Abbott’s Libre 3 Plus, will be launched in the second half of 2025, Dexcom says.
Key Takeaways

·FDA found that Dexcom changed a key sensor coating without submitting a premarket notification, increasing potential risks for patients relying on CGMs for insulin dosing.

·The firm has switched from outsourcing the coating to producing it in-house.

·While Dexcom said the warning letter will not impact product approvals or financials, analysts warn that failure to fully address FDA concerns could lead to further regulatory delays.

As Dexcom works through the issues raised in a warning letter from the US FDA about quality control issues with its continuous glucose monitors, the biggest...

That device, which aims to compete with Abbott’s Libre 3 Plus, will be launched in the second half of 2025, Dexcom says.

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