Abbott Thin Lancets
Q: I am having trouble obtaining Abbott Thin lancets for a patient. Is there a supply issue with this product?
A: Yes. Abbott have confirmed that their ‘Thin lancets’ were discontinued in February 2016.
The only lancet now available from Abbott is the FreeStyle® Lancet.
| PIP Code | Product | Size | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 354-9847 | Freestyle® Box | 0.5mm/28 gauge | 200 |
For more information call Abbott Diabetes on 0500 467466.
For patients who require a thin lancet there are a number of other products available on prescription. Although most lancets are a universal type which should fit all lancing devices, we cannot guarantee compatibility.
| PIP Code | Product | Size | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 342-0601 | AgaMatrix™ Ultra-Thin lancets | 0.2mm/33gauge | 200 |
| 368-2184 | BGStar ™Ultra-Thin lancets | 0.2mm/33gauge | 100 |
| 385-6366 | SylkFeel™ Ultra-Thin lancets | 0.2mm/33gauge | 100 |
The above lancets are listed in all the UK Tariffs
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