REAL-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) is now approved for children and teens
Previously approved for only adult patients, REAL-Time CGM is now available in models specifically for children and teenagers ages 7-17 as part of the MiniMed Paradigm® REAL-Time System, the world's only system combining an insulin pump with continuous glucose monitoring! REAL-Time CGM offers important therapeutic benefits. The pediatric insulin pump models, 522K and 722K (the "K" is for "Kids"), are indicated for children and teens who will be using CGM.
Children and teenagers using insulin pump therapy without REAL-Time CGM can use our standard insulin pump models (model 522 or 722).
Features special 90mg/dL low threshold alert limit for added safety
Pediatric model insulin pumps feature a low glucose alert threshold that cannot be set below 90 mg/dL. This feature is intended to provide pediatric patients with additional warning time to react to potential hypoglycemia (low blood glucose).
While this feature is designed to provide an additional measure of safety, it also has the potential to create more frequent alerts. To help you manage these alerts, we recommend that you use the SNOOZE feature, which allows you to silence low glucose alerts for up to one hour while you work on getting your glucose back in range. See our FAQ section to learn more about managing REAL-Time alerts.
Important Facts About the Pediatric Model
- Model number 522K or 722K
- No change in insulin pump functionality (standard insulin pump is still indicated for all ages)
- Low alert threshold minimum of 90 mg/dL (cannot be set below 90 mg/dL)
- High alert threshold default of 280 mg/dL
- Supported by CareLink™ Personal software
- Not currently supported by Paradigm PAL™ software
Is the Pediatric Model for My Child?
The pediatric model is only indicated for children and teens using REAL-Time CGM. Your doctor will decide which model is right for your child.