General questions

How should I safely dispose of used lancets?

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.

General questions

How do I use the Accu-Chek Softclix lancing device?

The Accu-Chek Softclix lancing device is small and easy to operate.

  • Pull off the cap. Insert a new lancet into the lancet holder and push it in until it clicks.
  • Press the cap on again until it clicks.
  • Turn the rotatable cap to the desired penetration depth.
  • Press the priming button down until it clicks.
  • Press the lancing device firmly against the side of the fingertip.
  • Press the yellow release button.
  • After measuring your blood glucose, pull off the cap and slide the ejector forwards to remove the lancet.

General questions

Can I continue to use my Accu-Chek lancing device if it's been dropped?

Dropping the lancing device with a lancet inserted may loosen the lancet in its holder. If that happens, the lancet will no longer be properly lodged and cannot be used to obtain blood. In rare cases, the lancet may protrude from the cap. Take great care not to touch the front of the cap.

General questions

Can the Accu-Chek Softclix lancing device be used on more than one person?

No. The Accu-Chek Softclix lancing device is intended to be used by one person only. If someone else uses your lancing device there is an increased risk of cross contamination and infection.

General questions

Can I use a lancet more than once?

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.

General questions

How do I use the clear alternative site testing cap?

Remove the black cap from the lancing device. Attach the clear plastic cap, and twist the rotatable cap until you reach your chosen depth setting. Prime the lancing device, and place the clear cap firmly against the selected site. Press the release button to lance.

General questions

Can the first blood drop be used for a blood glucose test?

Yes. However, any contamination of the fingertip with dirt or liquids (sweat, fruit juice, etc.) may affect glucose readings. Clean and dry fingertips are a pre-requisite for an optimal blood glucose test.