Karknee NAFDAC-Approved Blood Glucose Meter Available in Nigeria for Home Diabetes Monitoring

Karknee NAFDAC-Approved Blood Glucose Meter Available in Nigeria for Home Diabetes Monitoring

By Naomi Onome

The Karknee Blood Glucose Meter has become available in Nigeria as part of efforts to improve access to diabetes monitoring tools for households and healthcare providers across the country.

According to the product’s marketing company, the glucometer was introduced to address the growing need for accessible health monitoring devices as awareness of diabetes and pre-diabetes continues to increase nationwide. Health professionals have also emphasized that regular blood sugar monitoring plays an important role in the management of diabetes and related conditions.

The Karknee Blood Glucose Meter is being promoted under the theme, “For Every Family and Medical Service Outlets,” with the aim of making blood glucose monitoring more accessible to both families and healthcare facilities. The device is designed for first-time users as well as individuals who require regular blood sugar checks.

The product is available in two models, GLM-T and GLM-78.

Each Karknee Meter Pack contains one Karknee Blood Glucose Meter, one lancet device, one 3V lithium battery, 25 blood glucose test strips, 25 sterile lancets, one user manual, one Karknee Community Enlistment Card, and a carrying case.

For users requiring additional testing supplies, the company also offers a Strips Refill Pack containing 50 blood glucose test strips, packaged as two sets of 25 strips, along with a Strip User Guide.

According to the manufacturer, the device requires only a one-microliter blood sample to perform a test. Results are displayed together with the date and time, enabling users to maintain a record of previous readings.

The GLM-78 model is equipped with Keto and Hypo warning indicators designed to alert users to potentially high or low blood glucose readings. Other features include auto coding, bi-directional blood application, pre-meal and post-meal markers, a strip ejection button that allows used test strips to be disposed of without direct contact, a nine-pin electro design, and an internal memory that stores previous test results.

The Karknee Blood Glucose Test Strips, Model GLS-78, are specifically designed for use with Karknee glucose meters. The accompanying user manuals and strip guides are intended to assist both users and caregivers in operating the device effectively.

The company stated that the Karknee Blood Glucose Meter and its compatible test strips have received approval from the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC). The products also comply with Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) requirements and the ISO 13485 quality management standard for medical devices.

Each Karknee Blood Glucose Meter is supplied with a five-year manufacturer’s warranty.

The company noted that, with diabetes cases increasing, home and clinical monitoring devices such as the Karknee glucometer may help reduce unnecessary hospital visits while supporting patients in monitoring their blood glucose levels between appointments with healthcare professionals.

The Karknee Meter and compatible test strips are available nationwide through authorized distributors.

Customers seeking inquiries, orders, or customer support can contact the company via 08149249241.

Karknee is a Nigerian medical and healthcare brand focused on providing diabetes management tools for families and healthcare establishments. Its flagship product, the Karknee Glucometer GLM-78, enables users to perform self-testing of blood glucose levels using a fingertip blood sample.

Distribution of the product in Nigeria is handled by Angeltouch Dot Ltd, Lagos.

The company’s head office is located at Divine Grace Plaza, 11/14 Ejigbo-Isolo Road, Oke-Afa, Isolo, Lagos. Customers can also reach the office via Call or WhatsApp on 08149249241 or 08099905552.

Angeltouch Dot Ltd also operates an annex office at 1, Rawa Osenu Avenue, Ejigbo LCDA, Lagos, where inquiries can be made through 08033329826 or 08090931004.

Additional information is available on the company’s website at www.angeltouchltd.com, while customer inquiries can also be directed to karknee@angeltouchltd.com.

The company advised prospective buyers that product prices may vary depending on the retailer and location, urging customers to purchase only from authorized distributors to ensure the authenticity of the products.