Summary
The initial dose of insulin is typically determined based on individual factors such as body weight, blood glucose levels, type of diabetes, and other health conditions.
 Disclaimer: this is not a prescription. Using medicines without the guidance of a licensed provider can be lethal.
Initial total insulin dose:
0.2 to 0.6 units/kg/day in divided doses.
Conservative initial doses of 0.2 to 0.4 units/kg/day are often recommended to avoid the potential for hypoglycemia.