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

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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.