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Dexcom Wins FDA Nod For 15-Day G7 CGM, Closing Gap With Abbott’s 14-Day FreeStyle Libre

 
• By Marion Webb

Dexcom announced it received US clearance for its 15-day CGM, which has a MARD of 8.0% and is expected to launch in the second half of 2025 to allow for integration with insulin pumps.

(Dexcom)

Dexcom announced today that the US Food and Drug Administration has greenlighted its 15-day G7 continuous glucose monitoring system (CGM), despite an outstanding warning letter. The new sensor is expected to launch in the second half of this year, which will give Dexcom time to focus on sensor integration with automated insulin delivery partners, the company said.

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