In December, online rumors hinted at the fact that Dexcom may be planning to sunset its G6 CGM sensor model. The company has now started to notify patients of the discontinuation plan.
The company will officially stop producing the G6 on July 1, 2026. The company is encouraging all users to switch to the G7 as soon as possible to prepare for the transition.
Dexcom said that it plans to sunset the G6 model in order to focus on better innovation and introducing new, more accurate sensors to the market.
The G7 sensors are smaller than G6 models, and according to clinical studies, also provide more accuracy. According to Dexcom, all insurance companies that cover the G6 will more than likely also cover the G7.
“As we look to the future and redefine what’s possible in glucose sensing, Dexcom needs to begin phasing out the Dexcom G6. This allows us to focus on delivering the next generation of CGM technology, including the new Dexcom G7 15 Day,” the company posted on its website.
“While supplies may continue to be available through your local pharmacy or medical distributor for a period of time after that date, we cannot guarantee availability after this date.”
Dexcom has previously phased out all earlier models of its CGM as well. “We understand the importance of seamless connectivity. We’re working to ensure Dexcom G7 will be compatible with our pump and pen partners before discontinuing Dexcom G6. Specific connectivity timelines for each device will be communicated as soon as they’re confirmed,” the company said in a statement.
Patients are being urged to work with their physicians and pharmacies to transition prescriptions from the G6 to the G7 model.
In November, Dexcom had to issue a Class I recall for its G6 Android app due to crashes that could cause users to miss critical glucose alerts.
The company also faced mixed results from analysts following its 13% year-over-year revenue growth in Q4.
Dexcom is also already working on the development of its next sensor, the G8, which promises to offer improvement in the experience around accuracy, reliability, performance, size, and connectivity.
