Table 4.

Forced Titration Algorithm

Fasting Glucose the past 3 DaysIncrease in Basal Insulin (units)
80-1300
130-1592
160-1894
190-2206
Over 2208
Decrease dose by 2-4 units for any glucose level < 80

From: Insulin- Pharmacology, Therapeutic Regimens and Principles of Intensive Insulin Therapy

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