# \#omnipod **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tag/omnipod/64.md [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) --- ## [New insurance is sending me back to MDI after 5yrs on Omnipod](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-insurance-is-sending-me-back-to-mdi-after-5yrs-on-omnipod/16011)
**Author:** [@Necroplasm](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Necroplasm)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 9:51am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-insurance-is-sending-me-back-to-mdi-after-5yrs-on-omnipod/16011 "2026-09-15T09:51:33Z")
I haven’t been on this site since my diagnosis at least 5-6 years ago, it’s nice to see some of the faces I used to communicate with are still on here and the forum is still up and running! I learned so many things here. … --- ## [Incredible delays in impact from insulin and sometimes from eating](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/incredible-delays-in-impact-from-insulin-and-sometimes-from-eating/16337)
**Author:** [@samulli99](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/samulli99)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2026, 2:36pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/incredible-delays-in-impact-from-insulin-and-sometimes-from-eating/16337 "2026-09-01T14:36:20Z")
I’ve completely lost control of my sugars the last two weeks, 3 different pod sites since I started noting that and it just seems like there’s backup of insulin being processed or extreme delay or something I can’t imagi… --- ## [Omnipod 5 updated app and pods](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-updated-app-and-pods/16086)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2026, 8:56pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-updated-app-and-pods/16086 "2026-08-07T20:56:03Z")
Here is an email from Insulet regarding Omnipod 5 updated app and pods: "Omnipod 5 will soon feature an enhanced algorithm including a new, lower 100 mg/dL Target Glucose, designed for more time in range. In the next f… --- ## [First time experience with Omnipod 5 - Advice?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/first-time-experience-with-omnipod-5-advice/16119)
**Author:** [@James.J.Igoe](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/James.J.Igoe)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2026, 9:00pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/first-time-experience-with-omnipod-5-advice/16119 "2026-07-29T21:00:10Z")
The first day was yesterday and seemed great, but while sleeping, my blood sugar dropped below 55. Little helped, so I ate too much sugar, and then corrected the defaults for my bolus and correction. That worked, and I w… --- ## [Libre 3+ and interpreting info](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/libre-3-and-interpreting-info/16114)
**Author:** [@Freckles](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Freckles)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2026, 3:47pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/libre-3-and-interpreting-info/16114 "2026-07-13T15:47:55Z")
When at my endo’s office last time I thought why did I bother coming. It appeared as the only thing he really looked at was time in target on the libre 3+ (which is off by 18 - 72 units). Now I do understand that time … --- ## [New Roche Accu-Chek Solo Micropump just cleared by FDA](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-roche-accu-chek-solo-micropump-just-cleared-by-fda/14083)
**Author:** [@bwschulz](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bwschulz)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2026, 9:31pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-roche-accu-chek-solo-micropump-just-cleared-by-fda/14083 "2026-06-20T21:31:35Z")
Looks similar to an OmniPod5, but it’s detachable so you just need to replace the disposables and not the pump. This sounds like it could be cheaper and less wasteful than the Omnipod5 and you should be able to pop it … --- ## [Omnipod 5 PDM controller](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-pdm-controller/13033)
**Author:** [@Josephine](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Josephine)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2026, 5:47pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-pdm-controller/13033 "2026-05-26T17:47:53Z")
I am happy to report, I got my new Omnipod PDM controller in the mail today. I just want to post that I am grateful to Omnipod 5 customer service and Reps. I got the new PDM controller, set it up with the settings the my… --- ## [Omnipod - Correction Factor and Glucose goal range - which has biggest effect (in your real experience)?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-correction-factor-and-glucose-goal-range-which-has-biggest-effect-in-your-real-experience/13700)
**Author:** [@Quadgirl](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Quadgirl)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2026, 3:39am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-correction-factor-and-glucose-goal-range-which-has-biggest-effect-in-your-real-experience/13700 "2026-05-10T03:39:20Z")
Hi all. Since November I have played with all of the settings on this pump. I recently did a reset, and began again with the previous most aggressive numbers I had dialed in, and that still didn’t seem to give me enough… --- ## [Starting over with Omnipod 5](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/starting-over-with-omnipod-5/15766)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2026, 8:22pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/starting-over-with-omnipod-5/15766 "2026-03-26T20:22:53Z")
I had a rough start with Omnipod 5 when it first came out, lots of sticky highs and no cooperation between a needed correction bolus and the “Auto mode”. So I spent about the last 9 months plus using the Omnipod 5 mostl… --- ## [Blood in Pod cannula](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/blood-in-pod-cannula/15907)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2026, 2:42pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/blood-in-pod-cannula/15907 "2026-03-10T14:42:50Z")
Here’s a first for me: blood in the pod cannula. My G6 sensor reading was really off this morning so I decided to change my pump…just in case…and I was glad I did when I saw the blood. I will call Insulet for a replaceme… --- ## [OmniPod Lessons Learned](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-lessons-learned/10454)
**Author:** [@LatetotheParty](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/LatetotheParty)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2026, 1:27am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-lessons-learned/10454 "2026-02-08T01:27:45Z")
Getting ready to start on the OmniPod pump. Interested in hearing the “I wish I would have known” examples of your experience when first starting. I’m actually excited as I know it will help in my management and will ac… --- ## [Omnipod 5: Keep tweaking or reset?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-keep-tweaking-or-reset/15567)
**Author:** [@Beacher](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Beacher)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2025, 3:05am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-keep-tweaking-or-reset/15567 "2025-12-04T03:05:09Z")
I’m only three weeks into O5, and I know it can take a while for the algorithm to learn, but when it comes to diabetes, my middle name is Impatient. I find the algo far too aggressive – it keeps driving me down into the … --- ## [Complete Instructions for Replacing G7 sensors for Omnipod 5 Users](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/complete-instructions-for-replacing-g7-sensors-for-omnipod-5-users/15500)
**Author:** [@JMe](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/JMe)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2025, 10:09pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/complete-instructions-for-replacing-g7-sensors-for-omnipod-5-users/15500 "2025-10-24T22:09:40Z")
With the G7, Dexcom reduced the sensor warmup time from 2 hours to 30 minutes. This is a significant improvement, especially for Omnipod 5 users since it reduces the outage window for readings in Automated Mode. But with… --- ## [Ask Your CDE for Free Patch Samples!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ask-your-cde-for-free-patch-samples/15431)
**Author:** [@ErinRods](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ErinRods)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2025, 12:51pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ask-your-cde-for-free-patch-samples/15431 "2025-10-23T12:51:11Z")
Hey friends! Just wanted to share a little win I had recently. I’ve been struggling with severe allergic reactions to medical adhesives, so I really didn’t want to spend money on a full pack of patches without knowing if… --- ## [POD started screaming then began working again](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pod-started-screaming-then-began-working-again/15388)
**Author:** [@Millz](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Millz)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2025, 3:51pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pod-started-screaming-then-began-working-again/15388 "2025-07-29T15:51:51Z")
My current POD (Dash) just started screaming & then the noise just stopped and it began working again. This was at the 72 hour mark & I planned to get go the additional 8 hrs (since I have 25 units left). Anyone have t… --- ## [Omnipod 5 G7 iPhone App](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-g7-iphone-app/15317)
**Author:** [@Josie](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Josie)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2025, 8:41pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-g7-iphone-app/15317 "2025-06-17T20:41:08Z")
So this happened today. I know it was today because before I changed my pod yesterday I checked the website hoping to finally ditch my controller. There were rumors about three weeks ago it was coming out soon. It says … --- ## [Can I reuse insulin from a used pod?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-i-reuse-insulin-from-a-used-pod/5641)
**Author:** [@Nickyghaleb](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nickyghaleb)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2025, 4:54am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-i-reuse-insulin-from-a-used-pod/5641 "2025-04-28T04:54:16Z")
--- ## [3 inch spacing Om5 pod to G7 sensor](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/3-inch-spacing-om5-pod-to-g7-sensor/15236)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2025, 9:09pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/3-inch-spacing-om5-pod-to-g7-sensor/15236 "2025-04-18T21:09:26Z")
I recently learned that G7 sensor and Omnipod 5 pod should be separated 3 inches minimum edge to edge in order to communicate adequately. Not sure how many times I’ve violated this rule but I’m about 70 days into using G… --- ## [My (not great) experience with Omnipod so far, and a request for suggestions!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/my-not-great-experience-with-omnipod-so-far-and-a-request-for-suggestions/15159)
**Author:** [@quinek](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/quinek)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2025, 4:54pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/my-not-great-experience-with-omnipod-so-far-and-a-request-for-suggestions/15159 "2025-04-03T16:54:46Z")
Hello everyone, I have had a rough go starting with the Omnipod 5 (and I haven’t even placed a pod yet). My first issue already is that I requested more info from the Omnipod website about starting on their pump (I’ve b… --- ## [Beware the Omnipod 5/Dexcom G6 to G7 upgrade](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/beware-the-omnipod-5-dexcom-g6-to-g7-upgrade/15104)
**Author:** [@rcw](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/rcw)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2025, 5:19am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/beware-the-omnipod-5-dexcom-g6-to-g7-upgrade/15104 "2025-03-09T05:19:36Z")
This morning I used up my last Dexcom G6 and shifted to G7. The change did not go well, and the reason was that the Omnipod 5 iPhone app does not support the Dexcom G7. Which means I have had to shift back to the ol… --- ## [Filled Omnipod Dash pump but it didn’t beep](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/filled-omnipod-dash-pump-but-it-didn-t-beep/15019)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2025, 9:53pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/filled-omnipod-dash-pump-but-it-didn-t-beep/15019 "2025-01-22T21:53:14Z")
My question is…is it okay to use the pump? It did prime okay but wow! did I have a bit of a rough time with my post-meal/pre-bedtime blood sugar last ngiht. (This morning is somewhat better.) I am low on pumps (awaiting … --- ## [How does inflammation affect insulin absorption?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-does-inflammation-affect-insulin-absorption/14997)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2024, 6:19pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-does-inflammation-affect-insulin-absorption/14997 "2024-12-03T18:19:05Z")
I am a week out from total knee replacement surgery and doing reasonably well. However, I am finding that I need to replace insulin pumps more frequently—I use Omnipod Dash—because I don’t seem to be absorbing boluses v… --- ## [Are Omnipod5 users EVER going to get an iPhone app?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/are-omnipod5-users-ever-going-to-get-an-iphone-app/14710)
**Author:** [@KaseyAlen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/KaseyAlen)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2024, 3:52pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/are-omnipod5-users-ever-going-to-get-an-iphone-app/14710 "2024-11-28T15:52:29Z")
Are we EVER going to get an iPhone app for the Omnipod5? This has been promised for over a year, and I’m really getting tired of waiting for it. Carrying around the PDM as well as my work and personal phones is getting… --- ## [Very quick way to remove pump & sensor easily](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/very-quick-way-to-remove-pump-sensor-easily/14986)
**Author:** [@Liam-M](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Liam-M)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2024, 1:55pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/very-quick-way-to-remove-pump-sensor-easily/14986 "2024-11-18T13:55:25Z")
If you are like me from a couple months ago using Unisolve to remove your pump and sensor, there is no need for all that, If you wanted to, you could just peel the tape slightly on one side, then rip it off as fast as yo… --- ## [Any Tandem Mobi experiences yet?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/any-tandem-mobi-experiences-yet/14881)
**Author:** [@chris113113](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/chris113113)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2024, 1:07am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/any-tandem-mobi-experiences-yet/14881 "2024-11-08T01:07:35Z")
My endo appointment is in two weeks and I’ll be upgrading to a G7, but also have the option of getting off of the Omnipod 5. I’ve had an uptick in faulty pods (high leakage) over the past few months and it’s frustrating… --- ## [Pump site painful](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pump-site-painful/14972)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2024, 7:24pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pump-site-painful/14972 "2024-11-03T19:24:49Z")
I put a new Dash pod on yesterday (side of left thigh) and when I move the wrong way the insertion site is rather painful, a burning/stinging sensation. Nothing obviously wrong in the pump window. Maybe I hit a nerve?? W… --- ## [G7 direct to Apple Watch fail to connect possible fix](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g7-direct-to-apple-watch-fail-to-connect-possible-fix/14877)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2024, 2:51am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g7-direct-to-apple-watch-fail-to-connect-possible-fix/14877 "2024-09-06T02:51:38Z")
I’ve had 2 fail to connect since using G7. I got a brilliant idea with this last sensor. I shutdown the watch waited a count of 10, restarted and voila connect and pair. Maybe this will work every time.:star\_struck: --- ## [Never Seen a Real Pod and am Asking for Pictures](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/never-seen-a-real-pod-and-am-asking-for-pictures/5299)
**Author:** [@Nickyghaleb](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nickyghaleb)\ **Replies:** 126\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2024, 1:23pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/never-seen-a-real-pod-and-am-asking-for-pictures/5299 "2024-09-04T13:23:18Z")
My mom’s trying to talk me into calling my insurance company tomorrow to start an inquiry into getting a new pump. It’s going to be a long process, it might not even happen, and I’m happy as can be doing injections right… --- ## [Research about insulin pump site failures](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/research-about-insulin-pump-site-failures/14843)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2024, 6:35pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/research-about-insulin-pump-site-failures/14843 "2024-08-15T18:35:33Z")
I have been having a lot of problems lately with my Pod infusion sites (redness, pain, poor absorption). I started searching for some information on this topic and found this abstract on allergic reactions: Here’s ano… --- ## [FYI Omnipod 5 G7 compatible pods](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fyi-omnipod-5-g7-compatible-pods/14766)
**Author:** [@Josie](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Josie)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2024, 2:07pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fyi-omnipod-5-g7-compatible-pods/14766 "2024-08-04T14:07:56Z")
Just a heads up. You do not need a new prescription for the G7 compatible pods but you might want to contact your pharmacy to make sure they don’t give you the old ones. I use one of the three ASPN pharmacies. I found t… [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tag/omnipod/64.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=omnipod)