KPV Dosing Guide
A simple guide for converting a selected KPV dose into
the amount to draw on a U-100 insulin syringe.
This guide assumes a 10 mg vial of KPV reconstituted with 2 mL of bacteriostatic water.
10 mg
KPV Vial
2 mL
Bacteriostatic Water
5 mg/mL
Final Concentration
.05 mg
Per Syringe Unit
Quick Protocol Reference
A practical reference—not a fixed protocol
Starting Reference
0.2 mg Once dailyCommon Range
0.2–0.5 mg Once dailyTypical Short Course
2–4 weeks Reassess based on the treatment goal
Important:
KPV does not have an FDA-approved dosing protocol.
These figures are included as practical reference information.
Follow the individualized plan provided for you.
Reconstitution
This guide uses one concentration only
10 mg
KPV
+
2 mL
Bacteriostatic Water
=
5 mg/mL
Final Concentration
The Number to Remember
1 unit =
0.05 mg KPV
Quick Dose Chart
10 mg KPV + 2 mL bacteriostatic water
| KPV Dose | Syringe Units | Volume | Doses / Vial |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.20 mg | 4 units | 0.04 mL | 50 |
| 0.25 mg | 5 units | 0.05 mL | 40 |
| 0.30 mg | 6 units | 0.06 mL | 33 |
| 0.40 mg | 8 units | 0.08 mL | 25 |
| 0.50 mg | 10 units | 0.10 mL | 20 |
KPV Dose Calculator
Enter the dose you have already selected. The calculator converts it to syringe units.
mg
Quick Select
4
Syringe Units
0.04
mL to Draw
50
Approx. Doses per 10 mg Vial
Syringe Visual — First 20 Units
Draw to 4 units
0
5
10
15
20 units
Calculator note:
This tool performs concentration math only.
It assumes a 10 mg vial reconstituted with exactly
2 mL of bacteriostatic water and a U-100 insulin syringe.
How to Use This Guide
Keep the process simple
1
Confirm the Vial
This calculator is designed for a 10 mg KPV vial.
2
Add 2 mL
Reconstitute the vial with 2 mL of bacteriostatic water.
3
Enter Your Dose
Use the dose selected as part of your individualized plan.
4
Read the Units
The calculator shows the corresponding amount on a U-100 syringe.
Client education:
KPV remains investigational and does not have an established
FDA-approved dosing regimen. The dosing references on this page
reflect commonly discussed research/community protocols and are
provided to help clients understand an individualized plan—not
to independently select treatment.