Insulin Dosage Calculator
Calculate Insulin Doses for Diabetes Management
Insulin Dosage Results
Total Insulin Dose
Dose Breakdown
Calculation Formulas
Correction Dose = (Current BG - Target BG) ÷ Insulin Sensitivity Factor
Meal Dose = Carbohydrates ÷ Insulin-to-Carbohydrate Ratio
Total Dose = Correction Dose + Meal Dose
Important Disclaimer
This calculator is for educational purposes only. Insulin dosing should always be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. Individual insulin requirements vary significantly and can be affected by many factors including activity level, stress, illness, and other medications.
Insulin Information
Rapid-Acting: Onset 10-15 minutes, peak 1-2 hours, duration 3-5 hours. Take 15 minutes before meals.
Short-Acting: Onset 30-60 minutes, peak 2-4 hours, duration 5-8 hours. Take 30 minutes before meals.
Long-Acting: Onset 1-2 hours, no peak, duration 24+ hours. Usually taken once or twice daily.