GLOW Reconstitution Calculator
Reconstitute a 70 mg vial of GLOW with 3 mL of bacteriostatic water for a concentration of 23.33 mg/mL — meaning one unit on a U-100 insulin syringe (0.01 mL) holds 233 mcg. Adjust the inputs below for your own vial and dose.
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GLOW mg-to-units quick reference
At the default 23.33 mg/mL (70 mg in 3 mL), draw the following units on a U-100 insulin syringe:
| Target dose | Volume | U-100 units |
|---|---|---|
| 250 mcg (0.25 mg) | 0.011 mL | 1.1 units |
| 500 mcg (0.50 mg) | 0.021 mL | 2.1 units |
| 1000 mcg (1.00 mg) | 0.043 mL | 4.3 units |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I reconstitute GLOW?expand_more
Add 3 mL of bacteriostatic water to the 70 mg GLOW vial for a concentration of 23.33 mg/mL. Inject the water slowly down the vial wall and swirl gently — do not shake.
How many units is a GLOW dose on an insulin syringe?expand_more
At 23.33 mg/mL, one unit on a U-100 syringe (0.01 mL) holds 233 mcg. Divide your target dose in mcg by 233 to get the number of units to draw.
What is the typical GLOW research dose?expand_more
See the GLOW protocol page for the full titration schedule.