I had a very special chance this week to try out Minimed’s newest set offering, the Mio. If anyone has used the Animas Inset in the past, this is very similar to that. If you haven’t, it is like a QuickSet with a disposable inserter. The inserters are a bit bigger than an inset, about half an inch taller. I haven’t seen the manufacturer info for myself, but i was told that they are manufactured by unomedical, in the same factory that makes the Animas Insets. (note: on further investigation, it appears that unomedical also manufactures the Quick-set and the Contact Detach, which is sold by minimed as the Sure-T)
According to the Minimed CSR I talked to yesterday, they can start taking orders on Monday 3/15/10, and will start shipping the same day.
attached a few photos, since i can’t seem to find any online
I wonder why it is better to have a disposable inserter? It seems like a lot of extra waste. Does anyone know why this is better? I have never used the inset.
I agree. My Quick-Set inserter is still working fine after 3 years, and I have a backup for when it fails. Disposable inserters don’t sound very “green.”
well, a disposable inserter can take some of the guess work out of getting the proper angle. The Dexcom CGMS has one and it is much easier to use than the MM
i’ll give you that it isn’t very “green,” but it is marked with a recycling symbol (#5 plastics)
that being said, I don’t know enough about the various laws and regulations on recycling, these might not be recyclable due to the bio-hazard risk. (i don’t recycle mine because #5 plastics aren’t recyclable in the Charlotte Metro area).
For me, though, the disposable inserter makes things much easier, especially with fewer pieces to carry around. the best part is that the inserter “case” is much more durable than the quick-set packaging - i can throw it in the bottom of my bag and don’t have to worry about it getting crushed
granted, there is no “one size fits all” approach to insulin pumping - that’s why there are numerous pumps on the market, with at least half a dozen set offerings for each
I refuse to use an inserter. I feel if I can’t do it myself then I don’t have the right to be a diabetic!
Then again, I’m a hypocrite, when i got my CGM and saw how big those needles were, I definitely use that inserter. But, never for an infusion set. So, I hope this comes without the disposable one.
i’m using the same ADR/Inset combo right now - the Mio uses the traditional Medtronic reservoir with a Paradigm connection.
i’ve had difficulties filling the ADR reservoirs - it feels like the needle is to fine, so i’m geting a lot of bubbles when i try to fill one
I can’t wait to try it, but dang it all, I called yesterday and they said they aren’t going to have samples ready for a month. They have full boxes available, but not samples… if that makes any sense. It doesn’t to me?
you can always try asking at your doctor’s office or talking to your pump sales rep - the sales rep will usually drop off a few boxes of product at the doctor’s office for use as training aids.
Right on John and Gerry. I am so frustrated with all the additional, unnecessary medical waste that pumps create! As a Minimed user for nearly 7 years, I am constantly astonished with the amount of supplies and waste that is created each month (although it would be more with injections every day). This is really frustrating and to think that 25 years after the mantra of “reduce-reuse-recycle” was introduced, we are still sold by every flashy gadget that industry preaches will make our lives easier and more fulfilling. When does convenience supersede personal responsibility? Okay, whew. Stepping off the soapbox…
what i like about this is that they have an 18" tubing… im using quickset 6mm with 23"… so this is a good news for me who dont need the extra inches of tubing… also, i think this is good when you travel, in that way you dont need to carry the inserter with you… comes in one: infusion set and the serter…
My Mio sets arrived yesterday, and today I am scheduled for a site change. I can’t wait to try them. I have been wanting to try the Insets from Animas, but didn’t like the hassle of needing the special reservior etc. I am excited to trying something ‘like’ them…and with color! Bought the 32" 6mm in pink.
The profile of this set once inserted looks not as thick as the quicksets. Does that sound right? I like that!
to be honest, i’ve never been truly concerned with the size/thickness of my infusion sites, or even hiding my pump for that matter - but yes, i’d say that the mio seems a bit thinner
Hi Geoffrey,
I didn’t mean to imply that the Quicksets bothered me…I often wear my sets on the back of my arms even in the summer…so that isn’t a problem! I just like the ‘look’ of these new sets. Plus, nothing wrong with having a little bit of color LOL
