Medtronic MiniMed - Insulin Pump System

Medtronic MiniMed is a series of insulin pumps designed to deliver insulin to individuals with diabetes in a controlled manner.
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Medtronic MiniMed FAQ


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What devices are included in the Medtronic MiniMed TM 780G system?

The Medtronic MiniMed ™ 780G system consists of the following devices: MiniMed ™ 780G insulin pump, the Guardian ™ 4 transmitter, the Guardian ™ 4 sensor, One-press serter, the Accu-Chek ™ Guide Link blood glucose meter, and the Accu-Chek ™ Guide test strips. The system requires a prescription from a healthcare professional.

When will Medtronic's MiniMed 770g be available?

The system is approved for users seven years old and above with type 1 diabetes. Medtronic will begin taking pre-orders on May 15, 2023, with first shipments planned for later this summer. Customers on the company's MiniMed™ 770G system today will be eligible to upgrade their device to the MiniMed 780G through a no-cost, remote software upgrade.

How does MiniMed TM 780G work?

The MiniMed ™ 780G system is designed with SmartGuard ™ technology, an advanced algorithm that uses current and past sugar level trends to anticipate, adjust, and correct insulin delivery. Sugar levels trending high? If your sugar levels are trending high, the system automatically gives you more insulin. Sugar levels trending low?

Does MiniMed TM 780G work if you have diabetes?

Life with diabetes can be unpredictable. Only the MiniMed ™ 780G system with Meal Detection™ technology† can automatically deliver correction ‡ boluses of insulin without any work needed from you, as quickly as every 5 minutes. For those times when you forget to plan ahead. Just like in real life.

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