This version was machine-translated from German and has not been medically reviewed. The authoritative version is the German version.
Insulin-to-carbohydrate ratio (500 rule)
Grams of carbohydrate per IU of bolus insulin = 500 / daily dose (young children 330 or 250) – with conversion to IU per bread unit
Calculation aid for healthcare professionals: the calculator reproduces what the sources cited assign to the inputs. Clinical assessment and every treatment decision remain with the treating physician. Inputs and results are not stored.