What amout of insulin would you say is normal to take on a daily basis?

Question

I am a type 1 Diabetic, I take Toronto regular insulin 15units each time I eat. If I dont work out I notice it goes a little high. I would therefore increase the amount. I then get a headache. What amount would you say is normal. Ps I do see my indocrinologist. I just want to see what others are doing.

Thanks for your response in advance.

Answer 1

The dose of your insulin has been determined by your doctor. This is a dose that is peculiar to you and only to you. You should adhere to the instructions given to you by your doctor and in case of dificulty, you should consult your doctor, and NOT be guided by any other person. I add a link that discusses the question of diabetes, but my previous advice holds.

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Hope this helps
Matador 89

Answer 2

The amount of insulin depends on the person I know someone that takes around the same as you and I know someone that takes over 100 units at a time

The important thing is to keep the sugars at a good level and the headache could be caused from your sugar being to high if my sugar get over 10 I get a headache I think that's around 180 190 in the us system (not sure) and if my sugar changes to fast I get a headache

And I know that it sucks but if you keep a reg schedule you will feel better Keep a record of everything and how your sugar levels respond and then ask your Dr "if i don't exercises how much should I take' do it before and do not let your sugar get up but please do this with your Dr supper vision

See if there is a support group around were you live they are very helpful

Answer 3

EVERYONE'S body is different.. I personally am sensitive to insulin. I may only take 3 or 4 units at a meal....sometimes a single unit..brings me down 100 points. But.. some people require 20 units at a meal..it's just the way your body absorbs insulin..and also if you have insulin resistance. But..just make sure you are following your carbohydrate ratio and sliding scale-coverage ratio.

.......are you on injections or an insulin pump? I am on an insulin pump...it's the best thing in the whole world.... SUCH amazing control.

Answer 4

Diabetes is usually treated through a combination of diet (low sugar), exercise and medications/insulin. Read here https://tr.im/W89qR
Milder cases can be controlled with just diet an/or exercise while more severe cases require meds or insulin as well.

Answer 5

I am a Type 2 diabetic who takes insulin ... my dosages are going to be different than yours because I am older than you, I probably exercise less than you, and a probably weight more than you. Insulin dosage is related to all of those things as well as your food intake. Just take the amount yOU need. and don't worry about what I need.

Answer 6

a DIABETIC EDUCATOR IS AN AWESOME TOOL TO HAVE. THEY KNOW ALL THIS STUFF AND THEY KNOW THE CALCULATION OF BODY MASS VS. INSULIN AND ALL THAT TO GIVE YOU A VERY PRECISE ANSWER. I AM DIABETIC TYPE 1 AND MY DIABETIC EDUCATOR IS AWESOME! TRY IT, YOU'LL LOVE IT. I CAN CALL MINE 24 HOURS A DAY WITH ANY PROBLEMS I HAVE WITH DIABETES. FROM SORES TO CUT AND ALSO HIGH AND LOW SUGAR AND ADJUSTING MY INSULIN DOSES. I USUALLY DO ALOT OF THIS ON MY OWN BUT EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE I LIKE A SECOND OPINION.

Answer 7

Everyone has different needs.
A 2 yr old will need a different amount than a 23 yr old Olympic athlete.An 89 yr old active wheelchair bound man will have different needs than a 40's something Soccer Mom.

No reason to compare.

Answer 8

it varies so much from person to person. I an a type 1 and I know other type 1's and we all take different amounts. All you can do is follow what your endocrinologist tells you to do .

Answer 9

Forget about what others are doing, your treatment is tailored for you by your doctor.