Cheaper test strips in UK

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mrswoodwoose

mrswoodwoose

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Hello,

I thought I'd share this info as I only found this out recently. I use an Abbot Freestyle Lite BG monitor (fabulous, only needs a very small sample) and if you contact them direct, they can send you test strips and lancets at a much reduced cost (even cheaper than ebay). You'll need to pay VAT as it's for a cat, and you'll need to request and invoice if you intend claiming on your insurance, but postage is free and next day delivery. (no, I don't work for them:))

Their new test strips are even more efficient and a pleasure to use. Every little bit helps.

regards,
Kay
 
Hi, from Abbott about £16-17 incl. VAT as opposed to about £28-£30 at the chemist. Thing is, the insurance won't pay postage, so when i buy cheaper online, it actually costs me more cos I pay 15% PLUS the postage, which is more than 15% of a higher value item....

Kay
 
That still seems a lot, but haven't seen any Abbot on ebay.

You can get Accu check aviva ones around £7-10 plus postage off ebay and it only takes a small drop of blood.
One touch even cheaper but does need drop more. Their test strips can be used beyone exp date whereas Accu check can't (microchip in them)
 
You can get Accu check aviva ones around £7-10 plus postage off ebay and it only takes a small drop of blood.
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Hi, I haven't heard of that model - when Cattro was diagnosed they recommended the Freestyle Lite, so I just bought that, a sI had to get everything in a few hours ready to start treatment that pm.

Kay
 
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