Sensocard blood glucose test strips: Discontinuation
The supplier has decided to stop supplying the Sensocard blood glucose test strips.
Affected product
The supplier, Point of Care Diagnostics, advises that it is discontinuing Sensocard blood glucose test strips (Pharmacode: 2328410) for visually impaired people. The last stock of Sensocard blood glucose test strips expired at the start of February 2026.
People who use Sensocard test strips
Affected people need to talk to their pharmacist. The supplier is arranging a new meter for everyone who uses Sensocard test strips. This is the CareSens N Voice (pictured), it will be free of charge.
The supplier is contacting all pharmacies that have dispensed the Sensocard test strips to make sure everyone affected can get a new meter.
This meter works with the CareSens blood glucose test strips, which are fully funded. People may need a new prescription to access funded test strips.
Pharmacists
Point of Care Diagnostics, the supplier, has the details of all pharmacies who have dispensed the Sensocard test strips. The supplier will arrange with you to ensure your patients can continue to access blood testing tools.
Health care professionals
The CareSens N Voice test meter is not currently funded. We are investigating the options for funding testing technology for visually impaired people.
Who to contact
If you or your family member uses Sensocard test strips, talk to your pharmacist.
If you have a question about funding for blood testing equipment, email enquiry@pharmac.govt.nz