Accu-Chek Performa (100 Test Strips) – Accurate & Reliable Blood Glucose Monitoring

Description

Accu-Chek Performa Test Strips (100 strips pack) are advanced diagnostic strips specially designed for use with Accu-Chek Performa Blood Glucose Monitoring System. They deliver fast, accurate, and reliable results, making them ideal for people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes who need regular blood sugar monitoring for effective diabetes management.

Ingredients

• Test Area: Glucose dehydrogenase enzyme (GDH-FAD)

• Other Components: Mediators, stabilizers, electrodes, and plastic strip base

Drug Class

• Medical Device / Diagnostic Accessory

• Blood Glucose Test Strips

Dosage Form

• Test Strips (100 strips per vial/box)

• For use only with Accu-Chek Performa Meter

Uses / Indications

• Self-monitoring of blood glucose levels in diabetic patients

• To check effectiveness of insulin therapy or oral hypoglycemic drugs

• To help healthcare professionals with point-of-care glucose testing

Dosage

• Not a medicinal product

• Use 1 strip per glucose test

• Frequency of testing depends on doctor’s advice or personal diabetes plan

In Case of Overdose

• Not applicable (non-drug product)

• Excessive testing may only cause finger soreness

Missed Dose

• Not applicable, but missing a test may result in undetected blood sugar changes

How To Use

1. Wash and dry your hands

2. Insert the strip into the Accu-Chek Performa Meter

3. Prick finger with a sterile lancet and apply blood sample to the strip tip

4. Wait a few seconds for results to display

5. Record or sync results for monitoring progress

When Not to Use / Contraindications

• Do not use with any meter other than Accu-Chek Performa

• Not suitable for diagnosing diabetes, only for monitoring

• Do not use expired, wet, or damaged strips

Side Effects

• No side effects from the strips themselves

• Possible discomfort from finger prick:

  • Mild pain

  • Redness

  • Rare infection if area is not cleaned properly

Precautions & Warnings

• Keep strips in original container with lid closed

• Do not reuse test strips

• Use immediately after removing from vial

• For in vitro diagnostic use only

• Accuracy may be affected by improper storage or expired strips

Drug Interactions

• Not a medicine, but accuracy can be affected by:

  • Very high doses of Vitamin C

  • Extreme hematocrit levels

  • Certain medical conditions (e.g., severe dehydration)

Storage / Disposal

• Store between 2°C – 30°C

• Keep away from direct sunlight, heat, and humidity

• Dispose of used strips safely in a biohazard or sharps container

Control Drug / Prescription Status

• Over-the-Counter (OTC) – No prescription required

Quick Tips

• Always check the expiry date before use

• Perform tests at consistent times daily for accurate tracking

• Use strips within 3–6 months after opening the vial

• Carry strips and meter while traveling to avoid missed monitoring