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CGM INTERFERING SUBSTANCES & PROCEDURES 

See what medications, substances and procedures can affect continuous glucose monitoring accuracy.

 

Written by: ADCES staff and subject matter expert faculty

August 2024

 

Interfering Substances That Impact CGM Accuracy

Health care providers play a crucial role in guiding patients with diabetes towards effective management of their condition. One of the most popular and valuable tools is the continuous glucose monitor (CGM), which provides real-time data on glucose levels. Before recommending a CGM to patients, it's essential for health care provider to have a thorough understanding of multiple factors, including possible interfering substances.

These substances, such as certain medications, vitamins or procedures, have the potential to affect CGM accuracy, leading to inaccurate readings and potentially compromising patient care. By recognizing and accounting for these interfering substances, health care providers can ensure more accurate and reliable CGM data, resulting in optimal diabetes management.

 

CGM Interfering Substances & Procedures

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