Insulin Dose Calculator
Disclaimer: These tools are for educational purposes only and are based on common
clinical formulas. They are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
All calculations must be confirmed by a qualified healthcare professional before clinical use.
1. Basal (Glargine) Starting Dose
Estimate a starting daily dose of long-acting insulin for a new user based on weight.
Recommended Starting Range
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units per day, once dailyTitrate dose by 2-4 units every 3-4 days to achieve a fasting blood glucose target (e.g., 80-130 mg/dL).
2. Bolus (NovoRapid) Mealtime Dose
Calculate a rapid-acting insulin dose for a meal based on your current basal dose and carb intake.
Recommended Mealtime Dose
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Total units of NovoRapidBreakdown:
Key Factors Used:
Formulas & Sources
Calculations are based on established medical formulas for insulin therapy initiation and adjustment:
- Basal Starting Dose: Based on a weight-based calculation of 0.2-0.3 units/kg/day.
- Total Daily Dose (TDD) Estimation: Assumes basal insulin is 50% of TDD (TDD ≈ 2 × Glargine dose).
- Insulin-to-Carb Ratio (ICR): Calculated using the "500 Rule" (500 / TDD) for rapid-acting analogs.
- Insulin Sensitivity Factor (ISF/CF): Calculated using the "1800 Rule" (1800 / TDD) for rapid-acting analogs with blood glucose measured in mg/dL.
Sources: American Diabetes Association (ADA) Standards of Medical Care, Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guidelines.