FAQ's

<p>The Accu-Chek Softclix lancing device is small and easy to operate.<br><br>Pull off the cap. Insert a new lancet into the lancet holder and push it in until it clicks.<br>Press the cap on again until it clicks.<br>Turn the rotatable cap to the desired penetration depth.<br>Press the priming button down until it clicks.<br>Press the lancing device firmly against the side of the fingertip.<br>Press the yellow release button.<br>After measuring your blood glucose, pull off the cap and slide the ejector forwards to remove the lancet.</p>

<p>Your most comfortable setting will depend on a few things:<br><br>- Whether you're using a fingertip or an alternative site. Talk with your healthcare professional before deciding if alternative site testing is right for you.<br>- Your skin type. Softer, thinner skin requires a shallower setting than thicker skin.<br>- The required blood sample. The more blood you require, the higher the setting you'll need.<br>- Start with a low setting when using the lancing device for the first time. Dial to a higher setting until the blood volume is right.</p>

<p>Always use a new lancet when you obtain blood. In doing this, you reduce the risk of infection and obtaining blood remains virtually pain-free.</p>

<p>Expired lancets should not be used. The use of an expired lancet may cause an infection at the puncture site as the lancet may have lost its sterility</p>

<p>To keep your lancing device in good condition, clean it regularly and wipe off any blood from it immediately. Clean your lancing device from the outside only. Never dip the<br>Accu-Chek Softclix lancing device in water, isopropanol or any other liquid. This may damage internal parts, and impair operation of the lancing device. Follow a weekly cleaning regimen using a cloth moistened with 70% isopropanol or 70% ethanol (available from your pharmacy or chemist). In addition, thoroughly wipe the inside of the cap using a cotton bud moistened with 70% isopropanol. Other substances used for cleaning may attack the plastic and stop the lancing device from operating properly. Do not clean the Accu-Chek Softclix lancets. Allow your Accu-Chek Softclix lancing device enough time to dry thoroughly. Check your package insert for detailed instructions on how to clean the lancing device.</p>

<p>Alternative site testing is not recommended in all circumstances and may not be suitable for all people with diabetes. Refer to your healthcare professional for advice.<br><br>Accu-Chek Softclix can be used for alternative site testing (AST) by using the specially designed AST cap. When performing AST we recommend using the Accu-Chek Softclix lancing device at the:<br><br>Base of the little finger<br>Base of the thumb<br>Inside of the forearm<br>Check with your doctor to see if and when AST is suitable for you.</p>

<p>Lancets should be placed and disposed of in an approved sharps container, and in accordance with local regulations. For further information, please see your package insert.&nbsp;</p>