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No, you do NOT need a prescription for either the glucose meter or the test strips. Both are available over-the-counter at your favorite drug store. Meters are heavily subsidized by the manufacturers. Try to find a meter that has a rebate or instant refund near the purchase price. Test strips are best purchased on the web for substantial discount.
Do you need a physician note to buy a glucose meter at a drug store?