Omnipod® 5 FAQs:
About Omnipod 5

The Omnipod 5 System is the only tubeless automated insulin delivery system integrated with Dexcom G6 CGM to manage blood glucose with no multiple daily injections, zero fingersticks* and is fully controlled by a compatible personal smartphone.** Omnipod 5 consists of the tubeless and waterproof^† Omnipod 5 Pod, the Omnipod 5 App with SmartBolus Calculator and Dexcom G6 CGM^‡. The Pod is enhanced with SmartAdjust™ technology to continuously adjust insulin using a customizable glucose target. The App can be downloaded to a compatible smartphone or in the dedicated Controller, provided at no additional cost with your first prescription.

The Omnipod 5 System is compatible with the Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitor. The Dexcom G6 App is required to control the Dexcom G6 CGM*.

Please visit www.omnipod.com/compatibility to view the latest compatibility list of smartphones and operating systems for Omnipod 5 System. We are working diligently to build an extensive compatibility list and will update this list as new ones become available.

The Omnipod 5 System is indicated for the management of type 1 diabetes mellitius in persons 2 years of age and older.

The upgrade will require a hardware change. A software upgrade is not available for the current Omnipod Insulin Management System or the Omnipod DASH Insulin Management System. The Omnipod 5 System uses a new Controller and Pods to enable automated insulin delivery. To upgrade, you will need to get the new Omnipod 5 Pods and the Controller, which come with your first prescription. Omnipod 5 requires a new prescription. Existing Omnipod System or Omnipod DASH Pods are not compatible with the new Omnipod 5 System.

The Omnipod System and Omnipod DASH Pods/PDM are not compatible with the new Omnipod 5 System. The new Omnipod 5 Pod includes an algorithm for automated insulin delivery and the Controller software is specific to the new Pod. In general, the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System uses its own Controller and Pods.

The Omnipod System and Omnipod DASH Pods are not compatible with the new Omnipod 5 System. The new Omnipod 5 Pod is powered by an algorithm for automated insulin delivery and the Controller software is specific to the new Pod.

To make sure you are using the right Pod for your system, please refer to the labeling on the individual Pod tray lid.

Omnipod 5 is a hybrid closed-loop system, which automatically adjusts basal insulin with the user manually delivering bolus insulin to cover meals.

Automated Mode uses the CGM value and trend to make an insulin dose adjustment every 5 minutes using a customized glucose target. In Manual Mode, the System delivers insulin using a programmed basal rate. With the Omnipod 5 System, the user has the choice of whether they want to use Automated Mode or Manual Mode.

The Omnipod 5 System is the only tubeless automated insulin delivery system integrated with Dexcom G6 CGM to continuously adapt and deliver insulin to your personal needs. The Omnipod DASH System is not integrated with the Dexcom G6 CGM and is not capable of automated insulin delivery, but rather delivers insulin based on the user's programmed basal rates for continuous basal delivery. Manual bolusing is required for meals and correction boluses.

The Omnipod 5 System launched in the US with English only. In 2023, Spanish language was added as an option for Omnipod 5 phone control users. Insulet will continue to bring additional Spanish language resources to market.

Yes. The Omnipod 5 Pod will provide automated insulin delivery for up to 72 hours.

Yes, the Omnipod 5 Pod is the same size as previous Omnipod System and Omnipod DASH Pods

You may have noticed a small change in the look of your Pod - a small dimple on the top of the casing. This change was made as part of an update to our manufacturing process to help support our growing Podder® community. It is still the same Pod and will not impact the use of your Omnipod product.

Please continue to use and fill your Pods as instructed in the User Guide: https://www.omnipod.com/current-podders/resources

Omnipod 5 is compatible with Glooko®. Data is uploaded from the Omnipod 5 Controller or Omnipod 5 App wirelessly using the built-in SIM card for cellular connectivity or from a secure Wi-Fi connection if established.

Insulet offers a black Omnipod 5 Gel Skin ($15), Charging Cable ($5), and Charging Adaptor ($5) that users can order through the customer service re-order department. SugarMedical offers additional accessories: PodPals (10-ct) and additional colored Gel Skins at https://sugarmedical.com/.

The Omnipod 5 Controller is a customized dedicated device. There is not a customized screen protector that fits the model and we have not validated any off-the-shelf screen protectors.