Alert for Diabetics Regarding Glucose Meters

Here's an important alert for diabetics -- Abbott has issued a worldwide medical device correction for users of its Precision Xtra™, Optium™, ReliOn® Ultima, Rite Aid® and Kroger® blood glucose meters. The meters were manufactured after January 31, 2007, and were distributed via retail and mail order pharmacies, physician offices and distributors. When dropped on a hard surface, part or all of the meter's display screen may not work properly or appear blank. The inability to read blood glucose results could result in significant risk for hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.

If the display screen is not working properly, stop using their meter and call Abbott Diabetes Care customer care for assistance at 1-877-844-4404. Instructions on how to perform a meter display check are in the Users Guide.