Bayer discontinues Ascensia Autodisc test strip discs

07 August 2012

Bayer has announced that it will discontinue its Ascensia Autodisc test strip discs, which are used in its Ascensia Breeze meter, from 1 September.

The company has stated that all Ascensia Breeze users will need to change their meter and is offering a free upgrade to its new Contour XT meter.

This only affects users of the original Ascensia Breeze meter. The Breeze 2 test strip disc will continue to be available for the Breeze 2 meter, however users are advised to check their prescription to make sure it specifies Breeze 2 test strip discs.

For more details, call Bayer Diabetes Support on 0845 600 6030.