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The world’s first insulin pump with
REAL-Time continuous glucose monitoring

The new MiniMed Paradigm® REAL-Time System gives you a superb solution to control your diabetes…with more freedom to live a healthier, better life. This breakthrough technology combines a “smart” insulin pump with the new benefit of REAL-Time continuous glucose monitoring. The system displays REAL-Time glucose readings, trend graphs, and directional arrows—all day, all night—so you can discover how your diet, exercise, medication, and lifestyle impact your glucose levels. REAL-Time alarms are designed to protect you by warning you of low and high glucose levels. Armed with these insights, you can take action right away* to gain greater control of your glucose levels.1-5 That means you can avoid having those dangerous low and high glucose levels. It’s another major step towards an artificial pancreas from Medtronic Diabetes.

*A confirmatory fingerstick test is required prior to taking action.

Live between the lines

Now you can stay within your target range—between the lines—with greater control of your glucose levels. The new MiniMed Paradigm^® REAL-Time System displays updated glucose readings every 5 minutes, 24 hours a day - up to 288 readings every day - to show you patterns and problems that fingersticks may miss. Continuous glucose monitoring, compared to fi ngersticks alone, is 4 times more effective in detecting dangerous lows and highs that require therapy adjustments.² Up to 60% of lows may not be recognised with just fingersticks.^6,7 (See Figures 1 and 2.) Therapy based on continuous glucose monitoring has also been shown to reduce HbA1c levels compared to fingersticks alone.^1-3And REAL-Time alarms are designed to alert you of low and high glucose levels, enabling you to avoid or reduce the duration of glycaemic excursions.

Greater freedom to live life your way

Thanks to insulin pump therapy and continuous glucose monitoring with the MiniMed Paradigm REAL-Time System, you can eat, sleep, work, and exercise when you want.

You’re not locked into a rigid regimen like you are with multiple daily injections.⁸ You can also enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing that you have greater control of your diabetes—and that you can get the information you need to take action and stop problems before they start. That’s why the MiniMed Paradigm REAL-Time System may make a REAL difference in helping you live a healthier life. And what could be more important than that?

REAL-Time displays keep you
in control with REAL confidence

Easy to use, easy to wear

The MiniMed Paradigm^® 522 and 722 insulin pumps are really easy to fit into your lifestyle. It’s comfortable, small, and discreet—about the size and weight of a mobile phone—so you can wear it wherever you want. You can attach it to your belt, hide it in a pocket, or just put it under your clothing.

A tiny glucose sensor monitors glucose levels for up to 3 days of continuous use. The sensor is very small and is easily inserted—virtually painlessly—under the skin using an auto-insertion device that comes with the system. Once the needle is removed, all that remains is a small sensor.

The glucose sensor is attached to a small, waterproof transmitter that sends the glucose data wirelessly to the MiniMed Paradigm 522 or 722 insulin pump. Since the transmitter is not attached to the insulin pump, you have considerable flexibility in placement of the components. Insulin is delivered through an infusion set with a tiny, soft plastic tube called a cannula. The cannula lies comfortably just beneath the surface of your skin. You generally wear an infusion set for 2 to 3 days and then replace it.

The insulin pump delivers insulin according to your instructions. You set a basal rate - a small, continuous dose of rapid-acting insulin that takes the place of long-acting insulin delivered with an injection. You can program your basal rate at any time to accommodate your different needs at different times of the day, making the insulin pump act more like a healthy pancreas. You also instruct your insulin pump to deliver a bolus dose whenever you need one—when you eat or to correct a high blood glucose.

Tools to make the MiniMed Paradigm^® 522 or 722
insulin pump more effective

Bolus Wizard^® Calculator: The patented Bolus Wizard calculator performs the complicated bolus calculation for you, reducing the likelihood of errors that lead to inappropriate dosing. At the touch of a few buttons, the calculator uses your personal settings, blood glucose readings, glucose target, carbohydrate entry, and the amount of active insulin remaining in your body to suggest an appropriate bolus amount.

Safety features for better protection and control

With the MiniMed Paradigm 522 or 722 insulin pump, you get more than 6 million safety checks to protect you all day, every day. Built-in alerts protect you against a low battery or reservoir. The ParadigmPAL™ software allows you to set up, change, and save your insulin pump settings on your personal computer so you always have a backup.

Options to fit your life and style

The MiniMed Paradigm^® 522 or 722 insulin pump gives you options: your choice of colors and a choice of reservoir sizes—176 or 300 units. A remote control is included for more privacy with one-touch bolus delivery. A wide variety of infusion sets for every body type and comprehensive accessories are also available to fit your lifestyle needs. All MiniMed Paradigm insulin pumps are water-resistant to protect them from splashes or a temporary dunk in water.

Comprehensive patient support

To get you started right—and help you along the way—Medtronic Diabetes provides thorough insulin pump and continuous glucose monitoring training, coupled with a 24-hour Product Helpline, 365 days a year.

For more information, talk to your healthcare provider,
call Medtronic Diabetes on 1800 668 670 or email us