Are Insulin Injections Subcutaneous or Intramuscular?

Written by

Dr. Parimal Tayde

Endocrinologist

May 8, 2025

Fact checked by Diabetes.co.in Medical Review Board

• Insulin injections are subcutaneous (SC/ SQ/subcut) which means below the skin into the layer of fat.
• In some emergency situations, it can be given by intramuscular (im) or intravenous route (iv).